When to See a Foot Specialist?

People generally seek a doctor of podiatry for help diagnosing and treating a wide array of foot and ankle problems. Don't hesitate to call Ouachita Foot and Ankle if you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed below, or if you have a concern that isn't listed.

Contact Us Right Away if You Experience

Persistent pain in your feet or ankles
Visible changes in the nails or skin on your foot
Severe cracking, scaling, or peeling of skin on the heel or foot
Blisters on your feet
Increased pain, swelling, redness, tenderness, or heat
Red streaks extending from the affected area
Discharge or pus from an area on the foot
Foot or ankle symptoms that do not improve after two weeks of treatment with a nonprescription product
Spreading of an infection from one area of the foot to another, such as under the nail bed, skin under the nail, the nail itself, or the surrounding skin
Thickening toenails that cause discomfort
Heel pain accompanied by a fever, redness (sometimes heat) or numbness, tingling in the heel, persistent heel pain without putting any weight or pressure on your heel or pain that is not alleviated by ice, or common over-the-counter painkillers (like aspirin, ibuprofen, or acetaminophen)
Poor circulation associated with diabetes and the development of athlete's foot
Any injury to the ankle, foot, or nails.
Wounds on the ankle or foot that will not heal.
Foot or ankle deformities
Changes in wear on shoes
Changes in gait, which is the way you walk.