Arthritis Foot Specialist & Mobile Foot Care Service

-Presentation: Arthritis of the foot and ankle occurs once there has been destruction to the cartilage surrounding the joint surfaces. This can occur as natural wear and wear or after a traumatic event. This generally manifests as joint stiffness, limiting the range of motion, and pain that can be associated with swelling. This may also affect walking speed, stride and step length.

-Common Causes: Age and weight are known risk factors. Traumatic injuries are known to cause damage to the joint. Biomechanical abnormalities.

-How to Prevent: Weight loss to reduce strain on the joints, increased physical activity, proper form with activities

-Treatment: Depending on the severity and type of arthritis, conservative and surgery are both options. This involves, oral medications, topical medications, exercises, bracing, orthotics devices, steroid injections or surgical intervention.