The Benefits of Visiting a Foot Doctor

A foot doctor, or podiatrist, is a doctor who specializes in treating problems related to ankle and foot. There are many reasons why you may someday end up visiting your podiatrist, but besides treating these problems they should also be your first stop when you're trying to prevent them. Learn more by reaching out to your Baltimore, MD, foot doctor Dr. Edward Orman of Honeygo Podiatry in Perry Hall and Fallston, MD.

Relieve Foot Pain

If you find yourself in a podiatrist's office for the very first time the likely culprit is pain. Pain can be a symptom of a variety of foot conditions and only your podiatrist can give you the diagnosis and treatment that many of these require.

Help With Work and Play

A podiatrist is essential for those who spend a lot of their time on their feet because of either their job or their hobby. Whether you are an athlete or work in a warehouse you have in common the strain you put on your feet. Your podiatrist can recommend orthotics or inserts that can ease the stress your feet are under and can reduce the chances of complications.

Professional Advice

But you don't have to be an athlete to benefit from seeing a podiatrist. If you have underlying foot conditions your doctor can diagnose these and offer preventive treatment as well as professional advice on things as simple, yet important, as to how to properly trim your toenails to the types of shoes that best fit your lifestyle.

Prevent Complications

Those who suffer from chronic conditions such as diabetes or arthritis can especially benefit from seeing a podiatrist on a regular basis. Diabetes makes you prone to certain foot problems as well as ulcers and wounds, which are difficult to heal and difficult to spot because of the disease. Chronic pain and joint problems from arthritis are best managed with the help of your podiatrist.

Foot Doctor in Perry Hall and Fallston, MD

There are many more benefits to seeing your podiatrist regularly, these are just a few. How often you need to visit depends largely on your lifestyle and underlying foot and health conditions.

You can schedule a consultation with Dr. Orman of Honeygo Podiatry by dialing (410) 529-4141 for the Perry Hall, MD, office and (410) 877-3369 for Fallston, MD.