Bushwick Podiatrist

FOOT AND ANKLE INJURIES THAT REQUIRE URGENT CARE

• Sprained and broken ankles
• Stubbed Toes
• Broken ankles, toes and feet
• Bruised, Blackened, ripped Toenails
• Sports Injuries for adults and children
• Splinters, stepped on a nail, glass, other foreign objects

WHY FOOT HEALTH IS IMPORTANT

First of all, healthy feet are important so that you can walk, run and jump. Without them, you wouldn’t get very far unassisted. Regardless of that fact, most of us ignore our feet when they are sore, ache or swell. Foot health is important to your entire body.

Your feet are the farthest organ from your heart and for that reason alone they deserve special attention. If they are going to work correctly they need to have good blood flow.

Arteries carry blood to the feet, and if those arteries become congested it can lead to dangerous conditions involving blood clots. Signs and symptoms of arterial flow problems are sometimes first seen in the feet, like swelling, blue or scaly skin color, or ulcers around the ankles. It stands to reason that paying attention to the health of your feet may help to detect other more serious health conditions for early treatment as well.

COMMON FOOT PROBLEMS

There are many common foot problems. Some cause discomfort, while others cause pain that must be treated immediately. Whether your foot and ankle pain comes from high heels or stepping on a fish hook, AG URGENT CARE IN BROOKLYN has dedicated podiatrists right in your neighborhood who are ready to care for you.

Some of the common foot problems that we treat include:

• Sprained and broken ankles
• Stubbed Toes
• Broken ankles, toes and feet
• Bruised, Blackened, ripped Toenails
• Sports Injuries for adults and children
• Splinters, stepped on a nail, glass, other foreign objects

FOOT CARE TIPS

It’s important to take good care of your feet. The fact that they are at the end of your body doesn’t mean they should be the last for care! Here are some tips to follow to ensure your feet remain in good health.

Every day care: Even if you haven’t walked outside barefoot, make sure to wash your feet every day. Dry thoroughly between your toes.

Comfy socks: Wear clean socks every day. For women who wear pantyhose and tights, make sure to keep them clean; it will reduce moisture build up and other bacteria that can lead to athlete’s foot and other infections.

Clean shoes: Keep your shoes clean inside and out. You like a clean house and so do your feet! Avoid going barefoot, especially in public places, but if you must, wash your feet well afterwards.

Trim toenails: Cut your toenails straight across using clean nail clippers. Wash the nail clippers by dipping them in alcohol.

Check your feet: Look for cracks and blisters. Make sure the skin is not discolored. Make sure the temperature of both feet are the same.

If you have pain, aching, swelling or discoloration that won’t go away, come to AG Urgent Care. Our experienced podiatrists will diagnose and treat the conditions that are causing your pain. Taking good care of your feet helps them to take good care of you.