Our practice offers the following services:
• Diagnosis & Treatment of all Foot and Ankle Disorders
• On-Site X-Ray Technology
• On-Site Ultrasonic Imaging
• Custom Made Orthotics
• Diabetic Foot Care
• Diabetic Extra Depth Footwear and Orthotics
• Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Heel Pain
• Platelet Harvesting Injections
• Dermagraft Skin Grafts
• In Office and Outpatient Surgery
Just to name a few....................
• Diagnosis & Treatment of all Foot and Ankle Disorders
• On-Site X-Ray Technology
• On-Site Ultrasonic Imaging
• Custom Made Orthotics
• Diabetic Foot Care
• Diabetic Extra Depth Footwear and Orthotics
• Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Heel Pain
• Platelet Harvesting Injections
• Dermagraft Skin Grafts
• In Office and Outpatient Surgery
Just to name a few....................
The benefits of ultrasonic imaging:
Foot Centers of NC incorporates ultrasonic imaging into the diagnosis and treatment of many foot and ankle disorders. Ultrasound allows our podiatrists to precisely view and pinpoint the exact area that is causing you pain. This type of imaging reveals inflammation and damage to muscles, tendons and tissue; situations which do not show up or are more difficult to view on x-rays. Disorders such as neuromas, fractures, plantar fasciitis (heel pain, and heel spurs),
ganglion cysts and bunions are now viewed by ultrasound. In addition to viewing and diagnosing a particular problem, ultrasonic imaging affords a more direct or “guided” injection of medication. Injections can now be delivered in a more controlled manner, precisely to the intended location.
Our approach is to pinpoint the “pain generator”. Once it is identified, medication can be delivered as close to this “pain generator” as possible. For this reason, “guided” injections achieve a much greater success rate in the relief of pain. With ultrasonic technology, patients also have a better understanding of their diagnosis since they can view it firsthand on the screen.
Other benefits of ultrasound imaging are that it is painless, cost effective and covered by insurance plans. By pinpointing the direct area that needs treatment, many patients are able to avoid surgery and further disability resulting from their particular disorder.
The benefits of Custom made Orthotics:
Most foot pain is the result of a faulty relationship between the bones and muscles of the foot. Even the slightest misalignment can result in significant discomfort. This abnormal function can result in problems such as bunions, hammer toes, arch and heel pain, corns, knee pain...even back pain.
The benefits of Shock Wave Therapy:
What is ESWT?
ESWT, or extracorporeal shock wave therapy, is an innovative non-invasive method for the treatment of localized musculoskeletal pain. An important benefit of this therapy is that it is delivered outside the body (extra corporeally), so many of the risks associated with surgery are eliminated. The shock waves actually stimulate or trigger the body’s own repair mechanisms along with relieving pain. ESWT provides a short recovery period compared to most other treatment methods.
ESWT, or extracorporeal shock wave therapy, is an innovative non-invasive method for the treatment of localized musculoskeletal pain. An important benefit of this therapy is that it is delivered outside the body (extra corporeally), so many of the risks associated with surgery are eliminated. The shock waves actually stimulate or trigger the body’s own repair mechanisms along with relieving pain. ESWT provides a short recovery period compared to most other treatment methods.
Since the early 1990’s investigators worldwide have studied the use of shock waves for the treatment of painful musculoskeletal disorders. Chronic pain associated with tendonitis of the shoulder, elbow, knee and foot were initially treated. Today, ESWT is frequently used to treat the following conditions:
* tendonitis of the shoulder
* tennis or golfers elbow (lateral or medial epicondylitis)
* tendonitis of the knee
(patellar tendonitis)
* tendonitis of the foot
(Achilles tendonitis)
* heel spurs (plantar fasciitis)
* hip pain(trochanteric bursitis)
In addition, there are several other painful conditions which may be successfully treated with ESWT. With variations depending on the site and condition treated, worldwide studies have shown satisfactory to excellent results in 80 to 90% of patients.
Based on worldwide medical experience, extracorporeal shock wave therapy is a safe and effective alternative to the traditional treatment methods available. There are very few side effects or risks involved with shock wave therapy. The most common complaint is some mild discomfort after the treatment. Other side effects might include minor skin bruising and or reddening as well as swelling or a tingling or dull ache in the treated site for a brief period of time.
The entire treatment takes approximately 30 minutes. Before therapy begins, you will be asked to identify the specific area to be treated. The physician will then mark the maximal area of pain with an “X” for the technician, and administer an anaesthetic. A gel will then be applied to the treatment area. Using a hand-held monitor, your doctor will release the shock waves with the push of a button on a special control panel.
You are encouraged to discuss with your physician any reason(s) why you think you shouldn’t undergo shock wave treatment. Some reasons not to have Shock Wave Therapy include:
* Bleeding disorders
* Pregnancy
* Children with unfused
epiphyses
* Cardiac Pacemakers
* Local infections or malignancies
Electrocorporeal Shock Wave Therapy is performed in our office. To be eligible for shock wave therapy, your condition needs to have existed for at least six (6) months and you have to have failed at least two (2) conservative therapies. Prior to treatment, no NSAIDS or cortisone injections should be given for one (1) week to maximize results.
Because you will not require any type of cast or sling for immobilization, you are able to walk out after the procedure and resume normal activity within a short time. Your follow-up after ESWT is usually at 2 weeks, 6 weeks and 3 months.
* tendonitis of the shoulder
* tennis or golfers elbow (lateral or medial epicondylitis)
* tendonitis of the knee
(patellar tendonitis)
* tendonitis of the foot
(Achilles tendonitis)
* heel spurs (plantar fasciitis)
* hip pain(trochanteric bursitis)
In addition, there are several other painful conditions which may be successfully treated with ESWT. With variations depending on the site and condition treated, worldwide studies have shown satisfactory to excellent results in 80 to 90% of patients.
Based on worldwide medical experience, extracorporeal shock wave therapy is a safe and effective alternative to the traditional treatment methods available. There are very few side effects or risks involved with shock wave therapy. The most common complaint is some mild discomfort after the treatment. Other side effects might include minor skin bruising and or reddening as well as swelling or a tingling or dull ache in the treated site for a brief period of time.
The entire treatment takes approximately 30 minutes. Before therapy begins, you will be asked to identify the specific area to be treated. The physician will then mark the maximal area of pain with an “X” for the technician, and administer an anaesthetic. A gel will then be applied to the treatment area. Using a hand-held monitor, your doctor will release the shock waves with the push of a button on a special control panel.
You are encouraged to discuss with your physician any reason(s) why you think you shouldn’t undergo shock wave treatment. Some reasons not to have Shock Wave Therapy include:
* Bleeding disorders
* Pregnancy
* Children with unfused
epiphyses
* Cardiac Pacemakers
* Local infections or malignancies
Electrocorporeal Shock Wave Therapy is performed in our office. To be eligible for shock wave therapy, your condition needs to have existed for at least six (6) months and you have to have failed at least two (2) conservative therapies. Prior to treatment, no NSAIDS or cortisone injections should be given for one (1) week to maximize results.
Because you will not require any type of cast or sling for immobilization, you are able to walk out after the procedure and resume normal activity within a short time. Your follow-up after ESWT is usually at 2 weeks, 6 weeks and 3 months.