At Dynamic Foot and Ankle Center, we offer state-of-the-art technology and proven orthopedic therapy and medical treatment for people with osteoarthritis. Our Springfield, VA osteoarthritis foot doctor analyzes your condition and its severity, then develops a custom plan to ease your pain, improve your range of motion and functionality, and get you back to work, caring for your family, and doing the things you love. We blend custom orthotics, anti-inflammatory medication, physical and occupational therapy, and sometimes surgery to find the right approach for you. Call our clinics today for an appointment.
Osteoarthritis Foot Doctor Springfield, VA
As we age, the cartilage in our heels, feet, and ankles wears down, lessening the natural cushion between the hardworking bones in your feet. Osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease, contributes to the breakdown of cartilage, leading to reduced function and mobility. Many people also suffer from chronic pain due to osteoarthritis. While there is no cure for degenerative arthritis, there are many approaches to slowing the progression of the disease and easing your pain.
Our Springfield osteoarthritis foot doctor diagnoses your condition, reviewing your medical history and performing a physical examination of your feet and ankles. We often schedule imaging tests, like an MRI or X-ray, to help us ascertain the extent of the damage. Once we fully understand the extent of damage to your feet and ankles, as well as the remaining cartilage, we can develop a comprehensive treatment plan to reduce symptom severity and improve mobility.
Prescription anti-inflammatories and pain relief medications are often used in combination with targeted physical therapy to help you move more freely. We may also fit you with custom orthotics, which are shoe inserts that provide support, redistribute your weight, and improve joint alignment to reduce stress on arthritic feet and ankle joints.
If these minimally invasive treatments fail to produce the results we want, we move on to more intense therapy, including corticosteroid injections to temporarily alleviate the pain and reduce inflammation in the affected joints. Surgery is usually the last option. We may consider joint fusion to repair the damage or a joint replacement if the damage cannot be repaired.
Why Expertise Matters For Osteoarthritis Treatment
Everyone’s feet are different, so to find the right treatment regimen that works for you, you need a team of podiatry and orthotic experts. That’s us. At Dynamic Foot and Ankle Center, we start with the least-invasive type of treatment for your osteoarthritis, only recommending surgery if no other treatment is effective. We provide custom care in a clean, sterile clinical setting, delivered by licensed professionals who have specialized training.
- Check out our five-star reviews on Google—there’s dozens—from people we’ve successfully treated
- Foot and ankle specialist Dr. Dannielle VonDerLinden is Board Qualified in Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery and in Foot Surgery
- Dr. Gloschat, DPM, completed a rigorous residency at Northwest Medical Center in Margate, Florida
Are you tired of living with osteoarthritis pain? Call our Springfield osteoarthritis foot doctor today for an appointment.
