Foot & Ankle Conditions & Treatments
Don't Let Pain Stop You in Your Tracks
Muscles, bones, and tendons in our feet and ankles all align to support our weight and get us from point A to point B. They work so seamlessly that it’s hard to appreciate them all the time. But when feet or ankles begin to cause pain, it can quickly become apparent how important these muscles, tendons, and bones are.
Foot and ankle injuries can cause a halt in daily activities, keeping you from being productive and enjoying life’s pleasures. We know your time is valuable, which is why Newport Orthopedic Institute offers excellent care for foot and ankle pain and injuries. Our Foot & Ankle Doctor, Dr. Omar Yaldo, is an orthopedic surgeon, fellowship-trained to treat a wide range of foot and ankle injuries and conditions. Their experience allows them to offer the best foot and ankle care in Orange County.
Our ankle and foot doctors are here to help you get your mobility back!
Common Ankle & Foot Injuries and Conditions Treated
Relieving Pain, Restoring Motion
At the Newport Orthopedic Institute, our physicians strive to offer the best care in the foot and ankle field. Our ankle and foot doctors bring years of experience and specialize in a wide range of foot and ankle conditions. Schedule a consultation with one of our specialists to understand the root cause of your foot or ankle pain.
Ankle & Foot Conditions:
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Ankle & Foot Dislocation/Subluxations
- Ankle & Foot Tendinitis
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Instability
- Athlete's Foot
- Bunion
- Bunionette / Tailor's Bunion
- Diabetic Foot
- Fibula Fracture
- Flat Foot / Pes Planus
- Hammer Toe
- Heel Bone Fractures
- Morton's Neuroma / Metatarsalgia
- Muscle Strain
- Nail Disorder
- Osteoarthritis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Skin Conditions
- Stress Fractures
- Toe & Foot Fractures
- Sprained Ankle
- Stiff Big Toe / Hallux Rigidis
Non-Surgical Treatment Options for Ankle & Foot Injuries and Conditions
We Put Our Patients First
Our ankle and foot doctors at Newport Orthopedic Institute understand the effect foot and ankle pain can have on daily activities such as walking, exercise, and work. Our specialists will review all conservative, non-surgical treatment options to relieve your foot and ankle pain and get you back to your normal activities.
Non-Surgical Treatment Options:
- Anti-inflammatory Medication
- Arch Supports
- Bracing
- Corticosteroids / Cortisone Shots
- Custom Orthotics
- Joint Injections
- Pain Medication
- Physical Therapy
- Splints
- Taping
- Toe Spacers
- X-Ray & MRI
Ankle & Foot Surgery Treatment Options
Revolutionizing Foot & Ankle Care
Whether your ankle or foot pain stems from arthritis, a fracture, past injuries, tendonitis or other — the ankle and foot surgeons at Newport Orthopedic Institute offer evidence-based surgical treatment options to relieve the pain.
Surgical Treatment Options for Ankle & Foot Conditions:
- Achilles Tendinitis Surgery
- Achilles Tendon Lengthening
- Achilles Tendon Rupture Surgery
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Ankle Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fusion Surgery
- Ankle Replacement
- Ankle Surgery
- Bunionectomy
- Calcaneal Fracture Fixation
- Cheilectomy
- Excision of Morton's Neuromas
- Foot Arthroscopy
- Foot Callus Surgery
- Foot Corn Removal
- Foot Surgery
- Forefoot Surgery
- Fractures of the Talus Surgery
- Hammertoe Correction / PIP Joint Arthroplasty
- Hindfoot Surgery
- Ligament Reconstruction
- Lisfranc Fracture Surgery / Dislocation Surgery
- Midfoot Fusion
- Plantar Fascia Release (Open Technique)
- Posterior Tibial Tendinitis Surgery
- Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
How do I know if foot & ankle surgery is right for me?
When conservative (non-surgical) treatments such as medication and physical therapy no longer help to alleviate pain, it may be time to seriously consider undergoing foot & ankle surgery if you are experiencing these other symptoms:
- Aching in the joint, followed by periods of relative relief
- Pain after extensive use
- Loss of motion
- Joint stiffness after periods of inactivity or rest
- Pain that seems to increase in humid weather
Our ankle and foot doctors can work with you to design the best treatment
plan for your diagnosis.
Find a Foot & Ankle Specialist
-
Getting To The Bottom Of Ankle PainThe ankle is a complex structure that, when injured, can lead to pain and swelling, restricted movement, and mild to moderate instability. Read more on the blog!
Continue Reading -
Neuromas: A Frequent Cause Of Foot Pain
Are you suffering from episodic or chronic pain in the ball of your foot? Learn what may be a common cause of this pain now.
Continue Reading -
Beating Bunions
Anyone who has ever suffered with a bunion knows that, despite its peculiar name, bunions are no laughing matter. Learn more on the blog.
Continue Reading -
Dr. Gerken - American Health Journal - Foot And Ankle Problems
Dr. Gerken appears on American Health Journal and discusses foot and ankle problems.
Continue Reading -
The effect of footwear on the management of pain caused by disorders of the knee joint
The effect of footwear on the management of pain caused by disorders of the knee joint
Continue Reading -
Thank You Dr. William McNair
Dr. William McNair will be retiring from medical practice as of January 2021. We thank him for over 20 years of patient care and wish him the best on his next adventures!
Continue Reading -
Summer: The Season For Heel Pain
When the weather turns warm and people break out their sandals and other flat flexible shoes. I know it's plantar fasciitis season.
Continue Reading -
Barefoot Running: Is It Better For Your Feet?
I do not think there is evidence the barefoot running shoes are better for the feet as far as reported injuries. Read the full blog.
Continue Reading
