Conservative Care Options

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Conservative Care
Options from Your Podiatrist

Foot conditions can be painful and in some cases debilitating. If you’re suffering from discomfort, pain, a progressive loss of function, or a traumatic injury, you need the right care that helps to manage the symptoms while also ensuring long-term healing.

While many foot problems can require surgical intervention, there are also conservative care options available from your podiatrist in Boca Raton or Boynton Beach. In fact, at the Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center, we will always explore conservative options to determine if they’re right for your situation and your lifestyle.

There are many advantages to conservative care options, which you should consider as you schedule your appointment with a local podiatrist.

What is Conservative Care?

Conservative care is essentially what it sounds like. The treatment for your foot condition will be performed without surgery or any kind of major invasive procedure.

Traditional care can include the use of medication, physical therapy, or special devices that help to correct structural problems or alleviate pain and assist you when moving around.

Conservative care isn’t always the right option. Some injuries do require intervention with surgery. Your podiatrist will determine the right course of treatment and will discuss all of your options so that you can get the most effective pain management and a suitable recovery.

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What are the Benefits of Conservative Care?

Several benefits arise from choosing conservative care options for common foot problems.

Conservative care options aren’t always presented as an alternative to surgery. In some cases, there will be only one type of effective treatment available. Traditional care can also have some downsides. For example, using orthotics for flat feet or high arches may provide some relief today, but they won’t correct the structural problems. Surgery may be needed to permanently correct a defect.

Your podiatrist at the Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center will always be upfront about the available treatments, expected recovery time, and any possible complications or important points to be aware of.

If you want to make an informed decision for your foot health today and in the long-term, contact us and schedule your appointment today.

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Orthotics are a Common Form of Conventional Care

Orthotics are often used as a conservative care method for the treatment of problems with gait and foot deformities. Orthotics can also help to provide support to limit pain or prevent injuries to feet, ankles, and lower legs.

There are different types of custom orthotics that you can get from your podiatrist in Boynton Beach or Boca Raton.

Over the counter orthotics can offer some relief from common foot pain. They can also help to add support when exercising. However, for diagnosed conditions; custom shoes, inserts, or molded orthotics will be needed for proper treatment. If you believe you need orthotics for pain, gait problems, or any foot condition, contact us today to schedule your appointment.

We Provide The Best Conservative Care Options in South Florida

Our treatments are always based on your needs. We will recommend care options whenever they are available. Not every condition requires surgery or a complex procedure. For an accurate diagnosis and compassionate support as you decide which path of treatment is right for you, contact the Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center today.

We’re available on 561-750-3033, or you can make an appointment today by following this link.