Why should you see a Podiatrist?

by Oleg Karpenko Podiatry PC Welcome to Dr. Karpenko DPM, your source for premi It has been opined that the foot and ankle problems can arise due to the chronic medical conditions like diabetes or arthritis but the every day situations like poorly fitting shoes or overuse of it can lead up to temporary but acute pain. With the help of best Podiatrist in Brooklyn, it is more of a possibility that one can get quick diagnosis and treatment of it. The Podiatrist can help patients with extensive medical care, which is from problems in the foot to ankle and to also to the lower leg. The best Podiatrist in Brooklyn can diagnose the problem and then treat the illness and perform the surgery effectively. So below are the various reasons why you should see a Podiatrist.

1.    If you feel pain in your ankles or feet

Arthritis is said to be one of the most common conditions which affect Americans. If you see that the joints in your feet are swollen or are stiff or red, or tender, it is important to see a podiatrist. Arthritis is a condition that can change the way a feet functions and it can often lead to disability. With the help of a podiatrist, your joint health will be preserved and it will be a lot easier for you to carry out your day to day errands.

2.    If you are running on a daily basis

Runners are the one who is prone to the aches and pain like the shin splints. With the help of a podiatrist, your body and feet can be assessed for the flag potential problems and then strategies can be recommended for it to be avoided. The podiatrist can also recommend the best type of athletic shoe so that you can run without pain.

3.    If your heel pain is limiting the activities

There are said to be many causes of heel pain. You might have a bony growth on the heel that is known as a heel spur. Or there can also be one of the tendons which connect to the heel that might be inflamed. If you are having a continuous heel pain then it is important to see the podiatrist for a better diagnosis. The doctor will perform the foot exam and might take X-rays for a better diagnosis.

4.    If you have diabetes

Diabetic patients are said to be more prone to foot problems. The various issues are dry skin to problematic infections. If you are a diabetic patient, you should have a foot exam done by the podiatrist at least once every year. With podiatrist on your side as a part of the healthcare team can make sure that the risk of amputation due to diabetes is cut down by 50%.

Dr Karpenko DPM offers the best diabetic foot care in Brooklyn, NYC where he has the best Brooklyn Hospital Podiatric Clinic. There are many services provided by him like adult and children foot care, corns and calluses, sports traumas, Plantar Fasciitis, Warts and much more.

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