Sports Podiatry: Treating Pain and Preventing Future Injuries

Sports podiatry encompasses diagnosing and managing conditions affecting the foot and ankle. Stress fractures, tendonitis, and plantar fasciitis associated with repetitive motion may be addressed with sports podiatry. Seeking professional foot pain treatment from Horizon Foot & Ankle Institute will help, as our team provides a comprehensive treatment of all foot, ankle, and lower leg…

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Foot and Ankle Arthritis: Symptoms and Treatment Options

Arthritis in the foot and ankle can become debilitating. Pain keeps you from being as active as you would like. Foot pain treatment for arthritis is available to help you regain your mobility. Treatment includes non-surgical methods, but severe cases occasionally require surgery. Here is more on arthritis in the feet and ankles: Symptoms of…

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4 Foot and Ankle Conditions and When to Seek Professional Help

If your feet or ankles ache with pain or have difficulty walking, you might have one of several conditions that should be treated by a doctor. Minor pain may be treated at home, but chronic or more severe issues often require more care. At Horizon Foot and Ankle Institute, we provide comprehensive treatment of all…

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Achilles Tendonitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

The Achilles tendon, located behind the ankle, helps transmit power coming from the calf muscles to the foot. Due to overuse or injury, this tendon can become inflamed and cause pain in this area, a condition known as Achilles tendonitis or tendinitis. At Horizon Foot & Ankle Institute in St. Louis, we can diagnose your Achilles…

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4 Diabetic Foot Care Tips

Diabetes will cause a range of painful foot symptoms in individuals when not properly cared for. Common foot issues include diabetic neuropathy, ulcers, poor circulation, and more. The team at Horizon Foot & Ankle Institute helps our patients properly address and treat any diabetic foot challenges they may be experiencing. Here are a few diabetic foot care tips to keep your feet strong and…

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