Do you Have Ankle or Arch Pain?

Do you have pain in the arch of your foot or on the inside of your ankle? Are you unable to stand on your feet for very long before you have to sit down and take a rest? Have you noticed that your foot seems flatter than what you remember? If you have noticed any of these things occur then you should come in and see your podiatrist immediately.

There is a condition where when your arch starts to collapse pressure and strain is placed on one of your tendons that causes irritation and a great deal of pain. The key to treating this condition is to get it early on. The sooner you start to treat this condition, the less of a problem you will have. However, if you choose to delay, the problem will continue to progress and can get to the point where conservative treatment is not an option.

In the early stages of this condition, you can start with orthotic inserts to help support the arch. If the condition has progressed, then you may need to use a brace in order to hold your arch that can be tightly tied and strapped to prevent the stress on your tendon. Past this stage, surgery becomes a possibility, but it is a very involved surgery that should be avoided if necessary.

If you notice your ankle or arch is hurting, you should seek care from your  podiatrist. There could be a problem with your tendon that can become much worse if not taken care of quickly. If you live in the Lowell or Reading, Massachusetts area, Dr. Wachtel would be more than happy to see you and help treat your feet. We are also happy to announce our Methuen and North Andover offices located at 451 Andover St. Suite 300, North Andover MA 01845 and 87 Jackson St, Methuen, MA 01835.