Foot & Ankle Trauma

Foot and ankle trauma can happen anytime and be serious. Podiatrists Ankur Bahri, DPM, and Sandeep Sandhu, DPM, at Specialized Foot and Ankle Care are experts in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle trauma. They take a personalized and comprehensive approach, offering conservative care before considering surgery. Call the office in Carteret, Perth Amboy, or Edison, New Jersey, today or book an appointment online for specialized foot and ankle trauma care.

What is foot and ankle trauma?

Foot and ankle trauma is injuries that affect the bones, ligaments, tendons, joints, and muscles in the feet or ankles. Examples of foot and ankle trauma include:

• Ankle sprains
• Foot and ankle fractures
• Achilles tendon tear
• Ligament tears
• Muscle strain
• Joint dislocation

Foot and ankle trauma often occurs without warning and is sometimes severe. Anyone can injure their ankle or foot. A bad fall, poorly landed jump, or car accident can cause this type of injury.

Athletes are particularly prone to foot and ankle trauma, especially those who play high-impact sports like basketball and track.

When should I see a podiatrist for foot and ankle trauma?

You should see the podiatry team at Specialized Foot and Ankle Care for any foot and ankle trauma.

If your injury is severe, your first stop should be a hospital emergency room to stabilize the foot or ankle and then follow up with the podiatry team for ongoing care.

The Specialized Foot and Ankle Care team can provide initial and ongoing trauma care in their offices if your injury is less serious.

The team includes foot and ankle specialists who diagnose and treat injuries using the latest tools and techniques. They offer comprehensive care and personalized plans that match your needs and goals.

During your initial visit, they ask detailed questions about your foot or ankle trauma and the activities that led up to the injury. They review your symptoms, examine your foot and ankle, and request imaging studies to confirm or rule out a diagnosis.

How is foot and ankle trauma treated?

The Specialized Foot and Ankle Care team personalizes foot and ankle trauma treatment plans based on the injury and how severe it is. They talk to you about your injury and the treatments that help you heal safely and quickly.

Your plan can include:

• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
• Casting or bracing
• Activity changes
• Physical therapy
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections

Specialized Foot and Ankle Care offers an extensive range of conservative care options before considering surgical approaches. When surgery makes sense, they use advanced tools and techniques like arthroscopic surgery to minimize surgical damage and improve outcomes.

At Specialized Foot & Ankle Care, Dr. Sandhu or Dr. Bahari treat patients for bunions, diabetic foot care, athlete foot, sports injuries, heel pain, and more. We are a foot and ankle specialist practice located in New Jersey. Call us to book your appointment today.