Foot & Ankle Specialists
At Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute, we treat a variety of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. If you’re experiencing pain and discomfort that is limiting your daily quality of life, the orthopedic surgeons at LBJI have the experience, knowledge, and expertise to diagnose and treat foot and ankle conditions.
At Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute, we treat a variety of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. If you’re experiencing pain and discomfort that is limiting your daily quality of life, the orthopedic surgeons at LBJI have the experience, knowledge, and expertise to diagnose and treat foot and ankle conditions.
Treatment options for ankle conditions vary depending on the specific condition. They can range from conservative approaches such as physical therapy, bracing, medications, or injections, as well as advanced surgical procedures when necessary. Foot and ankle pain can result from injuries, overuse, structural issues, or chronic conditions affecting the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and surrounding soft tissues.
At LBJI, we diagnose and treat the following conditions:
Foot and ankle pain can be caused by sprains, fractures, arthritis, tendon injuries, plantar fasciitis, bunions, instability, or structural issues such as flat feet or high arches. A proper diagnosis typically includes a physical exam and imaging when needed.
In addition to pain, conditions may cause swelling, stiffness, bruising, instability, tenderness, numbness, tingling, deformity, or difficulty standing, walking, or bearing weight. Some patients may also experience catching or locking sensations in the joint.
Treatment depends on the cause and severity of your condition. Many patients improve with non-surgical care such as orthotics (shoe inserts), bracing, physical therapy, medications, or injections. If conservative treatments are not effective, surgical options may be recommended to relieve pain, restore alignment, and improve function.
Minimally invasive procedures use small incisions and specialized instruments to correct deformities, repair damaged tissues, or treat joint problems. In some ankle cases, arthroscopy may be used to address cartilage damage or inflamed tissue. These approaches are designed to reduce pain, minimize scarring, and support faster recovery.
Surgery is typically recommended when conservative treatments have not provided relief and pain, instability, or deformity is affecting your ability to walk or perform daily activities. Procedures are tailored to your specific condition and recovery goals.
Foot and ankle pain can be caused by sprains, fractures, arthritis, tendon injuries, plantar fasciitis, bunions, instability, or structural issues such as flat feet or high arches. A proper diagnosis typically includes a physical exam and imaging when needed.
In addition to pain, conditions may cause swelling, stiffness, bruising, instability, tenderness, numbness, tingling, deformity, or difficulty standing, walking, or bearing weight. Some patients may also experience catching or locking sensations in the joint.
Treatment depends on the cause and severity of your condition. Many patients improve with non-surgical care such as orthotics (shoe inserts), bracing, physical therapy, medications, or injections. If conservative treatments are not effective, surgical options may be recommended to relieve pain, restore alignment, and improve function.
Minimally invasive procedures use small incisions and specialized instruments to correct deformities, repair damaged tissues, or treat joint problems. In some ankle cases, arthroscopy may be used to address cartilage damage or inflamed tissue. These approaches are designed to reduce pain, minimize scarring, and support faster recovery.
Surgery is typically recommended when conservative treatments have not provided relief and pain, instability, or deformity is affecting your ability to walk or perform daily activities. Procedures are tailored to your specific condition and recovery goals.
From diagnosis through recovery, our board-certified specialists provide advanced orthopedic care designed to relieve pain, restore function, and help you move with confidence.
