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• posted: Aug. 08, 2025
• Wound Infection,  Wound Care

When it comes to wound healing, early detection of infection is critical to preventing complications. At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons in St. Joseph and Kansas City, MO, patients from Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2025
• Hammertoe Surgery

Heel pain can significantly interfere with your ability to walk, work, or enjoy daily activities. One common cause of persistent discomfort is a heel spur, a bony growth that forms Read More

• posted: Aug. 04, 2025
• Foot Health

At our podiatry practice, we understand how much foot and ankle issues can limit daily activity, comfort, and overall mobility. Patients often delay care until pain becomes intolerable, missing the Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2025
• Foot Fracture

A foot fracture can happen suddenly, whether from a fall, a sports injury, or a simple misstep. While some breaks are immediately painful and obvious, others may cause lingering discomfort Read More

• posted: Jul. 31, 2025
• Foot and Ankle Surgeon,  Torn Ligaments,  Torn Tendons

Torn ligaments and tendons in the foot or ankle are more than just painful—they can limit mobility, disrupt daily activities, and, if left untreated, lead to long-term instability or joint Read More

• posted: Jul. 30, 2025
• Achilles Tendon,  Achilles Tendon Pain

Achilles tendon pain is a common issue among adults, often caused by overuse. At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons, serving St. Joseph, Kansas City, Parkville, and Platte City, MO, Dr. Read More

• posted: Jul. 23, 2025
• Achilles Tendon

The Achilles tendon is essential for walking, running, and jumping, making it one of the most frequently injured tendons in the body. At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Dr. Russell Read More

• posted: Jul. 21, 2025
• Flat Feet

Flat feet may seem like a minor issue, but they can lead to a variety of more serious problems if left untreated. When the arch of the foot collapses or Read More

• posted: Jul. 14, 2025
• Foot Fracture

A foot fracture can be painful, frustrating, and sometimes more complicated than it first appears. Not every broken bone in the foot needs surgery, but some injuries do require more Read More

• posted: Jul. 08, 2025
• Heel pain

When the warm weather rolls in, out come the flip-flops and strappy sandals. While summer shoes are a seasonal favorite, they can also be the hidden cause of heel pain Read More

• posted: Jul. 07, 2025
• Advanced Wound Care

Not all wounds heal the same way, and not all treatments work for every person. At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons, serving patients in St. Joseph and Kansas City as Read More

• posted: Jul. 02, 2025
• Heel Spurs

If you experience sharp pain in your heel, especially in the morning, you may have heel spurs. At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Dr. Russell Grimes, Dr. Ross Bartley, and Read More

• posted: Jun. 26, 2025
• Flat Feet

Flat feet might seem like a minor issue, after all, many people live with them without any noticeable problems. But for some, flat feet can lead to bigger challenges that Read More

• posted: Jun. 10, 2025
• Heel Pain,  Summer Sandals

When the weather heats up, it’s tempting to toss your supportive shoes aside and slip into easy summer sandals. But if you’ve ever ended a sunny day with aching heels, Read More

• posted: Jun. 09, 2025
• Hammertoe Surgery

At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons, with offices in St. Joseph, Kansas City, Parkville, and Platte City, Missouri, Dr. Russell Grimes, Dr. Ross Bartley, and Dr. Tyler Sten provide advanced Read More

• posted: May 30, 2025
• Bunion Surgery

Bunions have a way of creeping into daily life, starting with a bit of discomfort and gradually becoming a persistent source of pain. For some people, they remain a mild Read More