Questions for Your Foot Doctor

When you need a foot doctor in Avon, CT, Dr. Richard Grayson of Avon Podiatry Associates has a full-service podiatric practice that can provide all the foot and ankle services you need. If you have questions for your foot doctor, you have a lot of other people with you.

Why Does It Feel Like I Have a Stone at the Base of My Toes?

You may have a neuroma, in particular Morton's neuroma. The sensation of the pebble can come on suddenly, and you try to get it out of your shoe. But nothing is there in your shoes, but the feeling persists. A neuroma is a nerve cell growth where you have had a nerve injury. A Morton's neuroma is usually on the ball of the root right below the toes between the 3rd and 4th but can be between the 2nd and 3rd. Surgery is the usual treatment. 

How Can I Treat the Pain in My Heel?

When you have heel pain it has a couple of possible causes. No matter what the reason for the heel pain is, rest and ice are going to be recommended. Stretching exercises can help plantar fasciitis and the use of orthotics to cushion your heel. These treatments will also help with Achilles tendonitis. Your foot doctor in Avon, CT will evaluate the cause of your heel pain.

Why Do I Have Bunions?

You may have a hereditary disposition to bunions. They do tend to run in families, but for most people, wearing shoes that don't allow you enough room in the toe box is the cause. The pressure on the inside of your foot forces the bones to move. The big toe moves toward the second toe and a bony growth develop. 

Can a Hammertoe Be Treated Without Surgery?

If you have a hammertoe, go to your podiatrist immediately. If it is treated early, there are several options before surgery is necessary. Physical therapy can help to treat hammertoe, changing your shoes to allow your toes to have the room they need, using orthotics, and splints or taping can help to re-align the toe. If none of these work, then surgery is the treatment of choice. 

Why Are My Feet Numb?

One of the most common reasons is diabetes, which causes neuropathy in your feet. You need to be examined and if you have undiagnosed diabetes, it can be treated. 

Contact Dr. Grayson of Avon Podiatry Associates if you have foot and ankle issues that need to be resolved by a foot doctor in Avon, CT. You can reach us on the phone at (860) 677-7733 or via the website.