Diseases Of The Foot

Diseases of the Foot can keep us from performing some of the most basic functions of living.

  • Arthritis is inflammation and swelling of the cartilage and lining of the joints, accompanied by an increase of fluid in the joints.

  • If you are suffering from arthritis, contact Laser Podiatry Associates for a comprehensive evaluation. Don’t wait! Arthritic feet can result in loss of mobility and independence, but early diagnosis and proper medical care can help significantly. Laser Podiatry Associates is just a phone call away.
  • Treatment can vary depending on the severity of the inflammation and pain. Laser Podiatry Associates can recommend the proper course of action once an evaluation has been conducted.

  • Cancer is a malignant growth or tumor resulting from the division of abnormal cells

  • If you are concerned with cancer of the foot or notice changes to the skin on your feet, contact Laser Podiatry Associates for a comprehensive evaluation. Don’t wait! Early intervention is key to a better prognosis. Laser Podiatry Associates is just a phone call away.
  • Treatment can vary depending on the stage and type of cancer. Laser Podiatry Associates can recommend the proper course of action once an evaluation has been conducted.

  • Charcot Foot is a condition causing weakening of the bones in the foot that can occur in people with nerve damage or neuropathy. The bones are weakened so much so they fracture, changing the shape of your foot.

  • If you notice any change to the structure of your foot, contact Laser Podiatry Associates for a comprehensive evaluation. Don’t wait! If left untreated, your condition can worsen. Laser Podiatry Associates is just a phone call away.
  • Treatment can vary. Laser Podiatry Associates can recommend the proper course of action once an evaluation has be conducted.

  • Freiberg’s Disease is a form of avascular necrosis where physical stress can cause repeated microfracture where the long bones of the foot meet the growth plate.

  • If you or your child is suffering from pain with activity, contact Laser Podiatry Associates for a comprehensive evaluation. Don’t wait! If left untreated, arthritic changes can occur at a young age. Laser Podiatry Associates is just a phone call away.
  • Treatment can vary depending on the age of the patient and the severity of the disease. Laser Podiatry Associates can recommend the proper course of action once an evaluation has been conducted.

  • Gout is caused by abnormal metabolism of substances called purines (the by-product of cell break down) that result in accumulation of uric acid in the blood stream. You can experience a sudden onset of pain with swelling, redness, and increased warmth to the skin or joint.

  • If you are suffering from gout, contact Laser Podiatry Associates for a comprehensive evaluation. Don’t wait! If left untreated, if can take longer for the symptoms to subside. Laser Podiatry Associates is just a phone call away.
  • Treatment can vary depending on the severity of the attack. Laser Podiatry Associates can recommend the proper course of action once an evaluation has been conducted.

  • Kohler’s Disease is a spontaneous loss of blood supply to a bone in the foot called the Navicular bone causing localized pain or a painful gait.

  • If you or your child is suffering from localized pain or a painful gait, contact Laser Podiatry Associates for a comprehensive evaluation. Don’t fret, Laser Podiatry Associates is just a phone call away.
  • Treatment can vary depending on the severity of the disease. Laser Podiatry Associates can recommend the proper course of action once an evaluation has been conducted.

  • Raynaud’s Disease is a disorder affecting the hands and feet. Muscle contractions and spasms make arteries so small that blood is unable to pass through. This is typically caused by cold temperature.

  • If you are suffering from Raynaud’s disease, contact Laser Podiatry Associates for a comprehensive evaluation. Don’t wait! If left untreated, you may develop sores causing more pain. Laser Podiatry Associates is just a phone call away.
  • Treatment can vary. Laser Podiatry Associates can recommend the proper course of action once an evaluation has been conducted.

  • Sever’s Disease occurs when during a growth spurt when the heel has grown faster than the surrounding soft tissue, overstretching the muscles, tendons and ligaments of the ankle. If the child is very active this places additional strain on the already over stretched tendons, which leads to pain and swelling where the tendons attach to the growing heel.

  • If your child is suffering from Sever’s disease, contact Laser Podiatry Associates for a comprehensive evaluation. Pain and relief at Laser Podiatry Associates is just a phone call away.
  • Treatment can vary depending on the severity of the pain from the disease. Laser Podiatry Associates can recommend the proper course of action once an evaluation has been conducted.