Dr. Trinity Mereau and Dr. Steven Walters at Capital Foot and Ankle are your sports medicine experts in Austin, TX. If you are an athlete or are experiencing a common foot injury, we can help. Keep reading about the most common type of sports injuries, and come see us if you've had an injury or are in pain.
Being active in sports is great for your overall health, but can make you more prone to certain injuries. Talk to your podiatrist about stretching and strengthening exercises for your feet to help prevent injuries when you're extremely active. If you do injure yourself, never hesitate to contact your podiatrist in Austin, TX. Some of the most common injuries we treat are:
- Plantar fasciitis is heel pain that is common when you spend a lot of time on your feet. If you notice the pain is worse when you first start moving around, your plantar fascia is most likely inflamed.
- Achilles tendonitis is a common overuse injury. Your Achilles tendon connects your calf muscles to your heel bone, and it can even rupture. Achilles tendonitis is often treated with physical therapy
- Ankle sprains happen when overused ligaments become stretched or torn, it lets the joint move too far out of place. Rest and icing can often help sprains heal, but you should still see your podiatrist for examination and treatment.
- Shin Splints typically happen after heavy exercise and cause pain in and surrounding the shin and benefit from rest and icing.
- Stress fractures happen after repetitive impact. If you suspect any kind of fracture, see your doctor immediately.
Dr. Trinity Mereau and Dr. Steven Walters are here for you in Austin, TX when you have a sports injury. Capital Foot and Ankle can help treat any sports or overuse injury affecting your feet. If you are an athlete you should maintain a great relationship with your Austin, TX, podiatrist to help prevent injury. Contact us for an appointment at (512) 474-6666.