Foot and ankle
Key takeaways
- Even minor foot and ankle issues can start to affect how you move and stay active
- Often, these conditions improve without surgery, through physical therapy, skin treatments or regenerative medicine injections
- If surgery is needed, minimally invasive techniques can shorten your recovery time
Summary
Foot and ankle problems make it difficult to stay active. Get back to your everyday lifestyle with surgical and nonsurgical care options at Montage Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Monterey.
Your mobility and independence require healthy feet. Stay in motion by visiting Montage Orthopedics and Sports Medicine for care. Our podiatrist can relieve pain and help you return to an active lifestyle.
Conditions we treat
Rely on us for treatment of everything from sports injuries to diabetic foot wounds, including:
- Ankle conditions — Achilles tendon injuries, arthritis, sprains, and instability
- Heel issues — Heel spurs and plantar fasciitis
- Skin and nail problems — Athlete’s foot, corns, fungus, and warts
- Toe conditions — Ingrown nails, hammertoes, bunions, and calluses
Nonsurgical care
Rest assured; many foot problems don’t need surgery. We’ll not only treat your condition, but also teach you how to prevent it from returning.
Nutrition
Eating the right foods helps keep your bones strong, reduces swelling, and prevents foot problems, especially if you have diabetes.
Physical therapy
Physical therapy can help you move more comfortably and regain strength after an injury. Your care may include guided exercises, hands-on treatment, and training to improve balance and prevent future foot and ankle issues.
Regenerative medicine
Regenerative medicine therapies use your own cells to help your body heal naturally. We offer a range of injections that help repair tissue and reduce inflammation in foot and ankle injuries.
Skin treatments
Creams and gels heal infections, wounds, and dryness. They relieve pain, fight fungus, and keep your feet healthy.
Surgical care
If you need surgery, your podiatrist will take the least invasive approach. That means you get back on your feet sooner. Explore the advanced technology that speeds up your recovery.
Laser foot surgery
Laser surgery uses focused light to treat fungus, warts, neuromas, and injuries. This precise treatment spares nearby healthy tissue. So, you heal more quickly and easily.
Surgery with small incisions
Your surgeon might use an arthroscope or endoscope — a tube with a light and camera. It shows the inside of your ankle or foot without a large incision. This tool helps a podiatrist treat arthritis, tendon injuries, or cartilage damage. This approach is safer than surgery that uses a long incision.
Foot, ankle, and heel procedures
You have access to:
- Achilles tendon repair
- Ankle fusion
- Ankle replacement
- Bunion and hammertoe repair
- Corn and cyst removal
- Flatfoot correction
- Ingrown nail repair
- Metatarsal (foot bone) surgery
Revision surgery
Maybe you had foot surgery elsewhere but weren’t satisfied with the results. Make an appointment with us to learn how we can help. Another procedure might improve your long-term outcome. We’ll explore your options so you can make a confident decision.
People also ask
Why does my foot or ankle pain keep coming back?
Recurring pain may be from overuse, improper footwear, or an underlying condition that hasn’t fully healed. Our specialists can help identify the cause and recommend the right treatment.
What should I expect at my first visit?
Your provider will ask about your symptoms, activity level, and medical history. Then, they’ll examine your foot or ankle. You may need imaging to better understand the issue and guide treatment.
How can I prevent foot and ankle problems?
You can avoid some conditions with the right footwear, activity changes, and regular care. Your provider can recommend ways to protect your feet.
