AT POMONA VALLEY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
Your feet and ankles have a big job. They make it possible for you to move from place to place. They allow you to stand, and they work as shock absorbers when you step, whether walking, running, or jumping. When you have foot or ankle problems, those can, in turn, create problems for your back, neck, and shoulders.
When issues arise, the foot and ankle orthopedic surgeons at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center offer a wide spectrum of the most advanced and specialized treatments. These small but mighty parts of your anatomy need special care so you can function at the highest levels.
Together, the foot consists of 26 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments and 19 muscles—and all of those may require a skilled and experienced specialist if you’re experiencing pain or discomfort that isn’t “normal” in bones, soft tissues, or joints.
Assessing Your Foot and Ankle
No matter your age or level of fitness, our orthopedic surgeons welcome the opportunity to develop a personalized treatment plan for your foot and ankle problem.
In addition to taking your medical history, your orthopedic surgeon may look at your foot or ankle and observe:
Your doctor may also palpate or feel your foot or ankle, looking for movements such as flexion, and may decide to do the following diagnostic imaging tests to learn more about what’s causing your problem.
Experts in Nonsurgical Care Options
Just because this specialty has “surgeon” in its title doesn’t mean that your problem will ultimately require surgery. Our foot and ankle surgeons will suggest appropriate nonsurgical options first, before discussing surgery. Our goal is to provide you with a comprehensive treatment plan that helps relieve symptoms and ensures you retain maximum function of your foot and ankle.
Our doctors can offer:
Symptoms and Conditions We Treat
Our foot and ankle surgeons treat these symptoms and conditions, and more:
What’s Making Your Foot or Ankle Uncomfortable?
Maybe you’re experiencing:
Nonsurgical Treatments for Foot and Ankle Conditions
First, know that surgery is not always the first method of treatment for foot and ankle problems. Your orthopedic surgeon may first recommend:
Foot and Ankle Surgeries We Offer
Minimally Invasive Surgery
If your surgeon performs a minimally invasive procedure, that means less of the tissue in the foot and ankle will be cut, using smaller incisions that disturb less of that tissue. Your surgeon will determine if you are a suitable candidate for this type of procedure, which provides you these advantages:
After Your Surgery
When you choose the expert foot and ankle care at the Orthopedic Institute at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center, you can be sure you’re seeing foot and ankle surgeons with extensive experience and a real desire to help you. That means the highest quality comprehensive care for you—and your foot and ankle.
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