A podiatrist is a doctor of podiatric medicine, which is why you will often see the initials (D.P.M.) after their name. Podiatrists work to treat conditions and injuries that are related to the foot, ankle, and lower leg regions of the body. Some podiatrists work in private practices, while others work in hospitals and clinics. Some podiatrists will also do house-calls or visit nursing homes for geriatric patients. To become a podiatrist, one must complete a 4-year program at a college for podiatric medicine, as well as complete a residency post-graduation. Some may also continue their education by taking advanced training in areas such as surgery. If you are interested in learning more about the field of podiatry, we recommend you consult with a podiatrist for professional career advice.
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What Is a Podiatrist?
Someone would seek the care of a podiatrist if they have suffered a foot injury or have common foot ailments such as heal spurs, bunions, arch problems, deformities, ingrown toenails, corns, foot and ankle problems, etc.
Podiatric Treatment
A podiatrist will treat the problematic areas of the feet, ankle or lower leg by prescribing the following:
- Physical therapy
- Drugs
- Orthotic inserts or soles
- Surgery on lower extremity fractures
A common podiatric procedure a podiatrist will use is a scanner or force plate which will allow the podiatrist to know the designs of orthotics. Patients are then told to follow a series of tasks to complete the treatment. The computer will scan the foot a see which areas show weight distribution and pressure points. The podiatrist will read the analysis and then determine which treatment plans are available.
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