When you’re dealing with foot and ankle problems, where should you turn? While your primary doctor may be great for treating the flu or a fever, a podiatrist is going to be the ideal specialist to turn to when foot and ankle issues arise. Here at Pivotal Foot And Ankle Surgeons, our team of board-certified podiatrists provides comprehensive foot and ankle care to St. Joseph, Kansas City, and Independence, MO, communities.

Reasons to See a Podiatrist

There are many reasons people turn to our podiatric team for care. Even if you aren’t dealing with foot or ankle issues, if you are an active individual who simply wants to maintain healthy feet and ankles, turning to our team for regular checkups and recommendations can be incredibly helpful. You may also want to turn to us if you are dealing with:

• Foot pain that is new, severe, or impacting your ability to walk
• Flat feet
• Diabetes
• Heel pain
• Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the foot
• Foot or ankle injuries
• Toenail fungus and other fungal infections
• Bunions and other foot deformities
• Ingrown toenails
• Joint pain and swelling

You can also turn to us for advice and recommendations on everything from whether custom orthotics could benefit your feet to what types of shoes are going to be the most supportive for your active lifestyle. We can provide our patients with the information and education they need to make smarter decisions about the health of their feet.

What Our Podiatrists Specialize In

While we do offer a full range of podiatric services, our podiatrists also specialize in specific foot and ankle issues and treatment options including:

• Reconstructive foot and ankle surgery
• Trauma-related reconstruction
• Bunion and Charcot Foot correction
• Sports medicine
• Total ankle replacement surgery
• Arthroscopic surgery
• Diabetic foot care
• Plantar fasciitis

Our podiatrists can diagnose, manage, treat and prevent conditions, diseases, and injuries that impact the feet and ankles. We can also perform imaging tests, prescribe medications, and work with other specialists such as endocrinologists to better manage underlying conditions that could impact your foot and ankle health.

Are you looking for a podiatrist that provides care in and around St. Joseph, Kansas City, and Independence, MO? If so, our team here at Pivotal Foot And Ankle Surgeons is ready to help. Call us at (816) 364-2338 to schedule an appointment today!