Bring an End to Your Ankle Pain: Your Pain-Free Living Starts With a Visit to Our Las Vegas Podiatrist
You're not alone in this battle. Dr. Kelly will be with you on every step to recovery. The ankles, crucial for stability, often bear the brunt of life's twists and turns. From sudden sprains to persistent issues like gout and flat feet, you don't have to live with ankle pain. Contact Las Vegas podiatrist Dr. Pardis Kelly today.
Common Causes of Ankle Pain
- Ankle Break or Sprain: Violent twists can leave lasting damage. We have an xray in the office which gives Dr. Kelly an immediate look.
- Gout: Uric acid crystals wreak havoc, not only in the big toe but also in the ankle.
- Flat Feet: Collapsed arches may stress the ankle unnaturally. Prescription orthotics may be the answer. Ask Dr. Kelly what they might do for you on your visit.
- Achilles Tendonitis: Overuse can inflame the Achilles tendon, causing pain and stiffness in the heel.
- Bursitis: Small fluid-filled sacks around joints can become a source of intense pain.
Deeper Causes of Ankle Pain
- Osteoarthritis: A degenerative disease impacting cartilage.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune disorder attacking body tissues.
One Patients Ankle Pain Treated
In the interest of privacy, some details have been changed. A 62-year-old woman who recently moved to Las Vegas for retirement came into the office after experiencing ankle pain following a hike. She and her husband enjoy exploring national parks together and had a special bucket list hike planned to the narrows in Zion. Making this pain especially upsetting for her.
She had already tried wrapping, icing, and resting the ankle, but when the discomfort persisted, she decided to get it checked out. We took an X-ray in our office, which showed all was well with her bones. We then ordered an MRI, which revealed mild arthritis, but nothing that would fully explain the pain she was having.
During her exam, Dr. Kelly noticed some weakness in the patients ankle muscles and tightness in her calf which has cause her to compensate. We created a personalized treatment plan that included physical therapy to help relieve her pain right away. We also used MLS laser therapy, evaluated her hiking shoes, and made her a pair of custom orthotics.
Thanks to this comprehensive approach, her pain completely resolved, and she was able to go on the much-anticipated hike with her husband. After the hike she reported her hiking was even better than before due to finding the imbalance and getting corrective physical therapy!
Schedule an appointment, and Dr. Kelly becomes your trusted doctor and guide. Through a detailed health history and understanding of your lifestyle, together, you'll sculpt a comprehensive plan for healing. Let's get you back to a pain-free life, and on your way to new adventures.
