Services Arch Supports These are arch supports that can also control the position of the heel as you walk. They are very useful in patients with heel pain, arch pain, bunions, and flat feet. Patients with limb length discrepencies can also benefit by having the orthotic devices adjusted to accomodate the discrepency. If over the counter brands have not alleviated your symptoms custom orthotics can be made. Cosmetic Surgery We perform surgery on common foot conditions and we pay special attention to the cosmetic appearance following surgery. Our patients not only enjoy relief from painful conditions but are thrilled at the cosmetic result achieved by our experience in cosmetic foot surgery. Bunions Bunion surgery consists of removing the painful bump on top, or on the side of the big toe joint. It is often performed to alleviate pain in this joint or to remove an unsightly foot condition. Our doctors are careful to help minimize visual scarring by placing the incision on the side of the foot whenever possible. This is a departure from traditional incision placement leaving a highly visible scar on the top of your foot. EPF Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy. This is a surgical procedure to treat heel pain. With the advent of newer procedures such as Shockwave Therapy and Foot Cryosurgery it is being performed less. ESWT Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (Please see Shock Wave Therapy) Hammertoes Bunion surgery consists of removing the painful bump on top, or on the side of the big toe joint. It is often performed to alleviate pain in this joint or to remove an unsightly foot condition. Our doctors are careful to help minimize visual scarring by placing the incision on the side of the foot whenever possible. This is a departure from traditional incision placement leaving a highly visible scar on the top of your foot. Tailor's Bunions Surgery involving a painful bump near the pinky toe. Visible scarring is minimized by placing the incisions on the side of the foot. This is a departure from traditional incision placement. Toe Tuck Surgery of the pinky toe to make the toe slimmer. Often painful, unsightly corns on the pinky toe are also removed. Allows for better fit into stylish shoes especially if your pinky toes tend to get cramped and are painful. Toe Shortening Usually of the 2nd toe (next to the big toe) although any toe can be shortened. Like the hammertoe surgery, incisions are carefully placed between the toes so visible scarring is minimized. Foot Facelift A combination of the above procedures utilized all at once to both narrow and enhance the appearance of the foot. Often patients will remark that their shoes now feel "roomy" and that they are able to wear stylish shoes or heels with less discomfort. Visit our Footcare Dictionary to find out more information about our services and procedures. Heal Pain Surgery Endoscopic Heel Surgery - (EPF) to relive plantar fasciitis. Open Heel Spur Surgery - Traditional surgery to remove heel spurs. Shock Wave Therapy - A new alternative to surgery for heel pain. We offer all three types of machines. High energy, medium Energy and low energy. Cryosurgery - A specialized technique for providing long-term pain relief Nail Surgery Nail surgery for ingrown toenails and removal of fungal toenails Orthotics These are arch supports that can also control the position of the heel as you walk. They are very useful in patients with heel pain, arch pain, bunions, and flat feet. Patients with limb length discrepencies can also benefit by having the orthotic devices adjusted to accomodate the discrepency. If over the counter brands have not alleviated your symptoms custom orthotics can be made. Removal of soft tissue masses Removal of soft tissue masses (neuromas, lipomas, cysts, tumors, and other lumps and bumps) Removal of painful soft corns Removal of painful soft corns (between your toes) by our webbing Technique (syndactylization) Shockwave Therapy A form of treatment for heel pain that utilizes high energy sound waves and is non-invasive. This is a great alternative to traditional heel surgery and EPF. There are various types of shockwave treatments available. Wart Surgery Removal by laser surgery, electrocautery, or traditional excision if conservative treatments fail. Tauma Broken bones, lacerations, foreign bodies that may require surgical management. Primary Care / Non-surgical Services Fungal nails Tendonitis (Achilles or other foot tendon) Ingrown nails Arthritis Infections Diabetic foot care (ulcers) Athlete's foot Ankle sprains Warts Heel pain Corns and callouses Neuroma Bursitis Orthotics Broken bones (fractures) Flat feet Diagnostic Surgeries X-Ray Our office is equipped with an x-ray machine and processor to allow instant examination of x-ray studies. Diagnostic Ultrasound The latest technology for use in musculoskeletal conditions. It provides a "sonogram" of the foot. MRI / CAT Scan We work with many outpatient centers and can schedule an appointment for these tests in a timely manner (usually in just a few days). About Us | Patient Information | Services | Physicians | Cosmetic Foot Surgery | Foot & Ankle Deformity | Ask The Doctor | Home Phone: 440.953.1003 or 216.692.FOOT © Copyright 2006-2008 Lake Podiatry Foot and Ankle Center