Foot & Ankle Arthritis & Joint Care · Pulaski clinic
Foot & Ankle Arthritis & Joint Care treatment in Pulaski, TN
Stiff, swollen, or aching joints from wear, injury, gout, or inflammatory arthritis. We help you move with less pain. Care is available at our Pulaski clinic, 306 South 7th Street.
Foot & Ankle Arthritis & Joint Care care in Pulaski
Understanding foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems, and how we help in Pulaski.
Looking for foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems care in Pulaski? Our Pulaski clinic at 306 South 7th Street offers exams, treatment, and follow up for foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems, so you can get help close to home.
Your foot has more than 30 joints, and the ankle carries your full body weight. Arthritis wears down the smooth cartilage in these joints or inflames them, which causes pain, stiffness, and swelling.
This group covers wear-and-tear arthritis, arthritis after injury, inflammatory types such as rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis, gout, and related joint problems such as bone spurs.
- Kids & adultswelcome at every clinic
- On site X-raysfor fast answers
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Conditions we treat
6 conditions we care for in Pulaski.
Pick a condition to read more. All are treated at our Pulaski clinic.
Symptoms
Signs of foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems.
If you notice any of these signs and you live near Pulaski, a visit can bring clear answers.
- 01
Aching or stiff joints, worse in the morning or after rest
- 02
Swelling and warmth around a joint
- 03
A grinding feeling or less motion
- 04
Sudden severe pain, redness, and heat in the big toe (a possible gout attack)
- 05
A bony bump or spur near a joint
Why it happens
Common causes of foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems.
- 01
Wear and tear over the years
- 02
Past injuries such as fractures and bad sprains
- 03
Autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis
- 04
High uric acid, which causes gout
- 05
Extra body weight
- 06
Family history
Diagnosis and care
How we treat foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems in Pulaski.
Step 1 · Diagnosis
We check each joint for swelling, warmth, and motion, and ask about morning stiffness and past injuries. X-rays show narrowing of the joint and bone spurs. Blood tests, joint fluid tests, ultrasound, or MRI can help find the type of arthritis or confirm gout.
Step 2 · Treatment
Most patients start with non surgical care: supportive shoes with a rocker sole, custom orthotics or braces, activity changes, anti-inflammatory medicine, and gentle exercise. Cortisone injections can calm a flare. For gout, we treat the attack quickly and build a plan to lower uric acid and prevent the next one.
When pain remains despite good care, surgery may help. Options include cleaning out bone spurs, repairing damaged cartilage, joint fusion, or joint replacement in select cases. We will explain which choice fits your goals and your daily life.
Your visit
What to expect at our Pulaski clinic.
Your visit for foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems in Pulaski is simple and friendly. Here is how it works.
- 1
Talk and exam
We listen first, then examine your feet and how you walk. Everything happens at our Pulaski clinic.
- 2
Clear diagnosis
Same visit X-rays when needed, so you get answers without waiting.
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A plan for you
We start with the gentlest options that work, with follow ups close to home in Pulaski.
Recovery
What to expect after foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems care.
Arthritis does not go away, but it can be managed well. Many people stay active with the right shoes, support, and treatment. Gout flares often ease in a few days with treatment, and long term care lowers the chance of repeat attacks.
When to book: See a podiatrist if joint pain lasts more than a few weeks, stiffness makes walking hard, or a joint is suddenly red, hot, and very painful.
Prevention
Tips to keep it from coming back.
- Stay active with low impact exercise like swimming or cycling
- Wear shoes with cushion and a stiff sole
- Keep a healthy weight
- Limit alcohol and sugary drinks if you have gout
- Take prescribed medicine exactly as directed
Is arthritis in the foot common?
Yes. With so many joints in the foot and ankle, arthritis is very common, especially after age 50 or after an injury.
Will I need surgery for foot arthritis?
Most people do not. Surgery is for cases that do not respond to shoes, support, medicine, and injections.
What is pseudogout?
Pseudogout looks like gout but is caused by a different kind of crystal in the joint. Treatment is similar for the flare, and the long term plan is different.
Where can I get foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems treated near Pulaski, TN?
Our Pulaski clinic is at 306 South 7th Street, Pulaski, TN 38478. Our podiatrists treat foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems for children and adults there. Call 615-220-8788 to book.
How do I book a foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems visit in Pulaski?
Call the Pulaski clinic at 615-220-8788, or book online on our website. Tell us about your symptoms and we will find a time that works for you.
Pulaski clinic
Get help with foot and ankle arthritis and joint problems in Pulaski.
306 South 7th Street, Pulaski, TN 38478
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