Foot Pain in Gig Harbor, WA
Foot pain is probably one of the most common reasons people come to Gig Harbor Foot and Ankle Clinic and turn to our podiatric team for answers. While minor bouts of fleeting pain can often be treated with simple home care, there are moments when you’ll want to turn to a foot care professional for treatment.
First and foremost, you should never ignore any kind of pain, particularly pain that impacts your feet and ankles. After all, pain that keeps you from performing at your best or enjoying everyday activities should be addressed by a qualified podiatrist. Of course, foot pain is rather generic and countless issues could be going on, which is another reason to turn to us for care. By finding out what’s really going on, we can also map out a treatment plan that caters to you and the exact issues you’re dealing with.
Determining the Cause of Your Foot Pain
When you come into our Gig Harbor, WA office for a consultation, we will examine your feet, ask you questions about your pain (including location, when it started, and the severity), and perform a physical exam and imaging tests to rule out certain conditions while also making a definitive diagnosis.
There are many causes of foot and ankle pain including:
- Arthritis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendonitis
- Bone spurs
- Bursitis
- Bunions and hammertoes
- Sprains and strains
- Fractures
Any kind of new or worsening pain should be checked out by a podiatrist, especially if your pain is the result of an injury or accident. By seeing a doctor right away we can provide you with the proper treatment you need to heal properly. Putting off treatment, however, can lead to weakness, limited range of motion, chronic pain and inflammation, and long-term instability. This is why it’s important to turn to our team if you are dealing with pain that doesn’t go away within a couple of days of home care, or pain that gets worse or is severe.
From custom orthotics and stretching exercises to physical therapy, splinting, and laser treatment, there are so many ways to treat foot and ankle pain. We offer a comprehensive range of services and state-of-the-art technologies to ensure that you get the very latest in podiatric care here at our practice.