Are you struggling with foot pain? Your podiatrists at Total Foot and Ankle of Tampa Bay in Zephyrhills, Sun City Center, Apollo Beach/Riverview, Valrico, and Wesley Chapel, FL, treat foot and ankle conditions ranging from bunions to fractures to ingrown toenails.

When is it time to see the podiatrist?

Pain doesn't have to be part of your life. If your symptoms aren't improving after a week or two, you have severe pain, or you can't put any weight on your foot, make an appointment with your Zephyrhills, Sun City Center, Apollo/Riverview, Valrico, and Wesley Chapel, FL, foot doctors. They offer treatments for these and many other painful conditions:

• Pain on the Bottom of Your Foot: As you grow older, the fat pads on the bottom of your foot begin to thin. Without these pads to cushion every step, walking or standing can be a little painful. Orthotics, prescription shoe inserts designed by your podiatrist, provide extra cushioning that can decrease the pain. The inserts also improve the alignment of your foot and absorb shock when you walk.
• Bunions: Bunions are bony bumps that form at the base of your toe when the joint moves out of alignment. Without treatment, bunions will become progressively worse. Reducing pain can start with simple measures like padding your bunions, wearing roomier shoes, or adding orthotics to your shoes. Night splints and taping can improve the alignment of the joints, reducing pain. If these measures are no longer helpful or your bunion has begun to disrupt your life, you may benefit from surgery to remove the bump.
• Fractures: Did your pain start after an accident? You may have a fractured bone. Your foot may be swollen and painful if you have a break, although pain doesn't have to be severe. If you're in pain and having trouble walking, give our office a call. Boots or casts and crutches may be recommended to reduce pressure on your foot while it heals. In severe cases, surgery may be needed.
• Ingrown Toenails: Ingrown toenails can be surprisingly painful and may become infected. If you can't gently remove the trapped part of your nail at home, you're in pain, or you notice red streaks or pus on your toe, let the podiatry office know. Your podiatrist can perform a quick procedure to remove the trapped part of your nail and end your pain.

Don't let foot pain take over your life! Call your podiatrists at Total Foot and Ankle of Tampa Bay. Schedule an appointment with the foot doctors by calling (813) 788-3600 for the Zephyrhills or Wesley Chapel, FL, offices, or (813) 633-5900 for the Sun City Center, Apollo/Riverview, or Valrico offices.