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Broken Foot and Ankle Treatment in Chicago, IL

Foot and ankle fractures treatment in the Cook County, IL: Chicago (Cicero, Evanston, Skokie, Berwyn, Oak Park, Park Ridge, Niles, Morton Grove, Elmwood Park, Melrose Park, Maywood, Norridge, Forest Park) areas

When the foot or ankle experiences trauma, a fracture may occur. Causes of foot and ankle fractures can vary. In some cases, an obvious impact to the foot or a fall can be behind a fracture. Fractures can also occur because of increased stress on the bone over time. The location of the fracture can often give your podiatrist information on how the fracture occurred.

Foot Fracture Symptoms

Pain, especially when bearing weight, is a telltale sign of a fracture. Limping due to this pain is a further sign of a foot or ankle fracture. Other symptoms include inflammation, bruising, deformity, and tenderness. A deformity may occur due to a shift in bone alignment or a joint dislocation near the fracture. While pain is a significant symptom of breakage, a patient who has nerve damage or who has diabetes may not feel this pain. In this instance, your podiatrist will look for additional signs to determine whether a fracture has occurred.

If you are experiencing severe pain, cannot walk without limping, have an open wound near the suspected break, or have numbness or tingling in the toes, you should see your podiatrist.

Foot and Ankle Surgery (FAQs)

What foot or ankle conditions require surgery?
There are a variety of foot and ankle conditions that may require surgery, or for which surgery may be a treatment option. These include fractures, arthritis, bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon injuries, and Morton’s neuroma. Unless the problem is very severe or an emergency, your podiatrist will usually try less invasive treatment measures first, before recommending surgery.
What can I expect during a foot or ankle surgery?
What you can expect during surgery varies based on the type of surgery that you have. Many procedures, such as bunion removal, are outpatient. This means that, barring any complications, you will get to go home the day of your surgery. Many surgeries will use either local or general anesthesia so that you do not feel any pain during the procedure. To learn more about what to expect during your specific surgery, you should speak with your podiatrist before the procedure.
What can I expect after a foot and ankle surgery?
Following surgery, you may experience pain, bleeding, swelling, or drowsiness depending on the type of procedure that you had. These are all temporary and will improve with time and proper care. You may need to wear a cast, splint, boot, or other device on the affected leg and use a mobility aid to get around while you recover. Often, the doctor will recommend resting the affected leg while you heal. For more information about what to expect during recovery from your specific surgery, you should speak with your podiatrist.
How long does it take to recover from a foot or ankle surgery?
Recovery time varies based on the type of surgery you have. For some procedures, such as plantar fasciitis surgeries, the recovery time can be as short as several weeks. For others, like ankle joint replacement, recovery may take up to a year. Following your doctor’s orders closely can ensure that you recover as quickly and efficiently as possible.

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