Podiatry for Foot & Ankle Care
The condition of your feet says a lot about your overall health—and often alerts you or your doctor to signs of circulatory disorders, diabetes, arthritis or other diseases. Rely on the podiatrists—also known as doctors of podiatric medicine (DPM)—at nearby Avera locations across the Upper Midwest to help you keep your feet, ankles and legs healthy at every age.
Complete Care for Lower Extremities
In addition to checking your feet daily and wearing shoes that fit properly, talk with your doctor when you or your family members experience conditions such as:
- Arch problems or flatfoot
- Arthritis and related disorders
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Athlete’s foot or itchy feet
- Clubfoot
- Diabetic foot problems, including diabetic ulcers and neuropathy
- Foot pain and problems including bunions, hammer toes, heel spurs, blisters, spasms, corns, calluses or neuromas
- Fractures of toes, foot or ankle
- Ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, discolored toenails or spoon-shaped toenails
- Plantar fasciitis or plantar warts
- Sprains and soft tissue injuries
- Tendonitis
- Ligament problems of the foot or ankle
Foot and Ankle Surgery & Treatments
Take advantage of direct access—no physician referral needed—to a wide range of medical and surgical procedures and treatments at Avera, including:
- Arthroscopy
- Bunionectomy
- Diabetic shoes, prescription inserts and orthotics
- Flatfoot repair
- Fracture repair
- Hammer toe repair
- Orthopedic services and consultations for bones and joints
- Surgery—including reconstruction—of the foot and ankle
- Wound care for diabetic ulcers or foot issues related to rheumatoid arthritis
- Diabetic foot exams
- Ligament or tendon repair
Your Source for Foot Care Guidance
As you get older, achieving good foot health may become more of a challenge. Reach out to Avera podiatry doctors in your area for assistance with typical foot care, such as trimming toenails and shaving calluses or corns, as well as guidance on choosing shoes that fit well so you can keep yourself as healthy as possible.
Related Services for Your Lower Extremities
Ask your podiatrist or doctor if your condition might respond well to physical therapy, orthopedic procedures, sports medicine techniques or other services available at Avera.
