Foot Sprains

Sprains

Sprains are one of the most common foot injuries. Sprains develop when the connective tissue, which joins the bones together, becomes stretched or torn. One of the most common locations of a sprain is the ankle. It is important to understand a sprain is not the same thing as a strain. A strain affects the muscle or the tendon.

If you have sprained an ankle or toe, you may realize it right away by the pain. Additional symptoms may include swelling and bruising. The affected joint may also have limited movement.

The podiatrists at S.E.T. FootCare, P.C. are experienced at treating foot and ankle injuries, such as sprains. Sprains can be treated with compression, ice and rest. In some instances, immobilization with a brace may be recommended. The doctors at S.E.T. FootCare, P.C. will also discuss the importance of reducing your risk of future sprains. Warming up prior to exercise, wearing proper footwear and stretching can lower your risk of a sprain.

S.E.T. FootCare, P.C. treats a wide variety of podiatric conditions. In addition to sprains and running injuries, they treat conditions, such as bunions, plantar fasciitis, tarsal tunnel syndrome and osteoarthritis. Foot pain is not normal, and there is no need to suffer from any type of foot problem. The knowledgeable doctors at S.E.T. FootCare, P.C. will evaluate your condition and help get you back on your feet without pain.

For more information on sprains or in order to make an appointment, please call S.E.T. FootCare, P.C. at 248-681-6180.

Bunion Surgery

Bunion Surgery

Bunions are a painful, but common foot condition.   This foot condition is caused by inflammation of the bursa that develops into a bump or bulge that pushes the toe out of alignment.  They are often found on the inner foot, near the big toe, or sometimes on the fifth toe.  As bunion growth progresses, patients may experience pain, redness, extreme sensitivity and difficulty walking or wearing shoes.

Fortunately, we offer expert care and treatment for bunions at our practice.  Through bunion surgery, we can completely remove any bunions and restore your quality of life.  This procedure is always performed in a convenient and comfortable environment.

To learn more about bunion surgery and the treatments available for your foot conditions, please call us at 248-681-6180 or visit our website to learn more.

Shockwave for Heel Pain

Shockwave for Heel Pain

Heel pain can be severely debilitating for suffering patients.  Many athletes and people with flat feet experience this pain as a result of a common foot condition known as plantar fasciitis.  At our practice, we offer a unique, conservative treatment known as shockwave therapy, or ESWT.  This revolutionary treatment has helped many of our patients find lasting relief from their heel pain.

Shockwave therapy uses high intensity sound waves to increase blood flow and promote your body’s natural healing process.  ESWT has had a very high success rate among our patients.  In the convenience of our office, patients have found lasting relief from even severe heel pain.  In general, patients experience no downtime from work.  It is an excellent treatment for those with plantar fasciitis and heal spur syndrome.  If you are experiencing heel pain, we encourage you to visit our practice and learn more about the benefits of shockwave therapy.