Plantar wart

PLANTAR WART

COMMON PROBLEMS

WHAT IS A PLANTAR WART?

A wart is a growth on the skin caused by some types of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). The virus however, is not a threat to the person’s health. Warts generally appear as small growths or “bumps” under the foot or on the toes and may or may not present symptoms. Keep in mind that warts which remain untreated can grow and multiply, as they are contagious. In many cases, they are barely even noticed by their carriers. Still, they can become painful and resistant to treatment, so it’s always a good idea to have a wart looked at by a podiatrist.

THE SOLUTIONS

WHAT CAN I
DO ABOUT IT?

The wart surface may be scraped away and the base treated with a topical or injected medication such as bleomycin. In the presence of refractory plantar warts, minor surgery may be the optimal solution. This type of treatment has a 90% success rate. There are many products to treat warts available at the pharmacy as well.

OUR SOLUTIONS

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Wart removal – topical medications

Bleomycin injection

Soft tissue surgery

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Heel pain

HEEL PAIN

COMMON PROBLEMS

HEEL PAIN

Heel pain, or talalgia, has multiple origins and can show itself in many ways. Burning, tingling, shooting pains, difficulty walking after a period of rest, pain under or behind the heels during physical activity or at the end of the day and many other symptoms are often reported. Heel discomfort can come from various sources, such as biomechanical, nerve, traumatic, circulatory and numerous medical conditions. That said, it’s imperative to make a proper diagnosis. The podiatrist is the best-trained professional to precisely determine the root cause of your pain. Plantar fasciitis, nerve irritation, bursitis, stress fractures, lack of adipose tissue and heel cracks are all disorders that can lead to talalgia.

THE SOLUTIONS

WHAT CAN I
DO ABOUT IT?

The management of talalgia varies greatly depending on the root cause of the problem. Several conservative treatment options are available. These include: a change of shoes, rest, ice, immobilization, strap support, exercises, orthotics and corticosteroid injections. It is essential for the podiatrist to establish the origin of the disorder, so that you receive the most effective treatment plan.

OUR SOLUTIONS

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Shoe consultation

Custom orthotics

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Strappings

Corticosteroid injections

Night splints

Physical therapy

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