Nogales Medical

Instead of waiting for a foot problem to motivate a visit to the podiatrist, perhaps you should consider making regular foot and leg wellness appointments with a physician who has specialized training and certification in podiatry, the medical science that focuses on the health and wellness of feet.

Nogales podiatrists are physicians who are trained in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of health problems that affect the feet and legs. This includes treatment of fractures, bunions, heel spurs and other bone injuries, and alleviating the pain and discomfort of more common conditions like ingrown toenails, calluses and corns.

Podiatrists can also recommend solutions for misaligned toes and feet, and their knowledge of the 33 joints in every foot also helps them to understand, diagnose and treat inflammatory conditions that affect the joints of the feet, like arthritis.

Foot care becomes more important as one ages and is especially critical for people with diabetes. Because diabetics often have circulatory issues and nerve problems in their extremities, a foot problem as basic as a blister can fester and cause more problems, up to and including amputation.

For this reason, it is especially important for diabetics and older persons to make regular wellness visits to a podiatrist, to ensure that problems are identified and addressed.