Sports Injuries Care That Gets Results

What You Need To Know

Understanding sports injuries of the foot and ankle and when to seek care.

Sports Injury Care for Active Patients

Podiatrists have training in the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions that affect the lower leg, ankle, and foot. Our podiatrists have advanced training in the care of sports injuries.

We treat any injury of the lower leg, ankle, or foot, including foot and ankle fractures, ankle sprains (including high ankle sprains), muscle strains, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon problems, leg cramps, shin splints, and flexor tendon injuries. Our specialists handle mild to severe injuries and can provide fast and effective treatment to help you get out of pain and heal as quickly as possible.

Some of the most common reasons to see a podiatrist after a sports injury are moderate or severe bruising, weakness in the leg or foot, pain or difficulty bearing weight, feeling like your leg, ankle, or foot may give out, foot and ankle fractures, swelling, decreased range of motion, and heel pain.

Podiatrists perform a variety of orthopedic tests and assessments to diagnose sports injuries. We have digital X-rays available on-site and can refer you for additional imaging (like an MRI) if needed. Exams are thorough and efficient, so you can get an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment as soon as possible.

Treatment, Recovery, and Return to Play

Since the severity of sports injuries varies widely, we work with you to determine the best course of treatment based on your symptoms, diagnosis, and goals for returning to play. Treatment is thorough and incorporates a mix of passive therapies (like ice, heat, shockwave therapy, MLS Laser Therapy, and taping) along with active rehab and physical therapy to speed up your healing.

For fractures and other serious injuries, we provide treatment to repair the damage before rehabbing your muscles and joints in order to help you get back to the gym or on the field. You also receive help to identify and improve areas of weakness that may have contributed to your injury in order to prevent future pain.

We also treat more specialized conditions like talar dome lesions, which are injuries to the cartilage and underlying bone of the talus inside the ankle joint, and turf toe, a sprain of the big toe joint often caused by hyperextension during sports. These injuries can be difficult to pinpoint, and diagnosis may involve X-rays, MRI, or other advanced imaging to evaluate the extent of the damage.

Depending on the injury, treatment may include rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), immobilization with a cast or walking boot, NSAIDs, bracing, or physical therapy. Surgery is reserved for severe cases when conservative care does not resolve symptoms. Your podiatrist can also help you choose the right shoes for your sport to reduce your risk of future injury and support a full return to activity.