Looking for a podiatrist in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD? The team at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland provides comprehensive, personalized care to every patient.
What to Expect at Your Podiatry Appointment
Are you preparing to visit a podiatrist for the first time and wondering exactly what that entails? Below you’ll find the answer in this short guide from the podiatrists at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland.
Information Gathering
Just like visiting any other provider, gathering critical information is essential to your care. The podiatrist will have you fill out information about your medical history, your family’s medical history, and any medications you take. You’ll also be asked specific questions regarding activities that may or may not impact your feet. You and the podiatrist will also discuss any concerns you might have, symptoms you’ve noticed, and more.
Comprehensive Examination
You’ll be given a very thorough exam of your lower legs, ankles, and feet. The podiatrist is specifically looking for warts, discoloration, blisters, fungal infections, signs of poor circulation, corns, and nail conditions, but will keep their eyes peeled for anything outside of the norm.
You might be asked to stand and walk so that the podiatrist can assess your gait and any potential structural issues. If necessary, other diagnostic tests are performed, such as an X-ray, ultrasound, or bone scan.
If you have diabetes, your exam will also determine if there is nerve damage to the bottom of your feet. This is typically done by running something along the area.
Treatment and Guidance
After the physical exam, the podiatrist will inform you of anything they might have found and how it can be treated. This can include anything from adjusting daily habits to custom orthotics and surgical treatments. You can then schedule your follow-up appointments or additional treatments.
To keep your feet healthy and in optimal shape, schedule an appointment with a podiatrist at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD by calling today.
- Silver Spring, MD, at (301) 439-0300
- Kensington, MD, at (301) 942-8110
- Camp Springs, MD, at (301) 868-7670
- Olney, MD, at (301) 924-5044
- Laurel, MD, at (301) 317-6800
- Maple Lawn, MD, at (301) 317-6800