Foot and ankle trauma is all too common in the fall when kids go back to school and participate in fal sports. In addition, many of us ramp up our exercise regimens as temperatures become more moderate. When faced with what to do and where to go for foot and ankle injuries such as a twisted ankle, broken toe, or open laceration, here are some tips:
*Today's podiatrists have been educated and trained to diagnose and treat injuries of the foot and ankle.
*Most foot and ankle injuries can be evaluated and treated by the podiatrist in his or her office, saving a trip to the emergency room.
*Most podiatrists have X-ray equipment in their offices, so they can determine if your foot or ankle is fractured or just sprained.
*If you decide to go to an emergency room, ask to see a podiatrist.
Wait times and insurance co-payments are often less in your podiatrist's office than in an emergency room. If in doubt, call your podiatrist to determine where you should go if you injure your foot or ankle. Dr. Tina A. Boucher, DPM
Central Connecticut Foot Care, LLC
Podiatrist Meriden CT
http://www.centralctfootcare.com/
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