Award-Winning Sports Injury Foot Doctor in Dallas & Plano TX

Restore Your Athletic Momentum with Help from Dallas Podiatry Works

Sometimes there’s an undeniable “ouch” moment, when you’re pushing your body to its limits and you suddenly know that something has gone terribly wrong with your foot or ankle. Other times, pain may start small and worsen with time, leaving you packing your foot with ice and wondering if it’s best to take a little time off from your favorite athletic activities. Whatever your sports-related injury may be, our sports injury foot doctor in Dallas, TX, can help you get back on your feet and back into the game.

When you’re serious about your athletic performance, you don’t want to risk repeated injuries that could sideline you permanently. To ensure fast healing and prevent recurrent injury, have your foot or ankle promptly evaluated and treated by the sports injury specialists at Dallas Podiatry Works.

How to Treat Foot or Ankle Sports Injuries

Some of the most common sports-related injuries we see are ankle sprains, which are especially common among runners. A sprain is typically an injury to one or more of the weight-bearing ligaments supporting your ankle joint, and often occurs when the foot rolls inward or outward while running. To diagnose a sprain, our sports injury foot doctor in Dallas, TX, will conduct a thorough physical exam of your injured ankle, possibly including X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs to rule out a fracture, identify specific soft-tissue injuries, and provide a thorough explanation of your condition.

To speed healing of an ankle sprain, expect to begin a program of physical therapy to strengthen your muscles and control your pain and inflammation. You may also be treated with electrical nerve stimulation, a home exercise program, and ice. A simple air cast or ankle brace can provide added protection as you begin running again. In severe cases, surgical repair of torn ligaments may be necessary.

A metatarsal stress fracture is another common injury in running and in many other sports in which excessive stress is placed on the ball of the foot. Symptoms include pain and swelling in the ball of the foot when walking or when the area is pressed. Because stress fractures may not show up on X-rays for several weeks, it’s important to see a podiatrist who can diagnose a fracture with a simple exam or by ordering a bone scan. Treatment may include rest, elevation, ice, a compression bandage, and a special shoe or cast to minimize stress and allow healing. As you get back to your normal athletic routine, you may also need a custom orthotic to prevent further injury to the area.

Sports such as football, basketball, and soccer often result in injury to the big toe joint, because they are played on artificial surfaces. Called “turf toe,” these injuries are usually caused by hyperextension of the toe that damages the soft tissues that support the toe from the top. Pain, tenderness, and swelling are common, and the injury can range from mild to a severe condition with black-and-blue discoloration, inability to bear weight, and major swelling. Without proper treatment and rest, turf toe can worsen, so it’s wise to have any turf toe injury evaluated by a sports injury specialist in Dallas, TX or Plano, TX.

Foot and ankle injuries are also common in martial arts and kickboxing, due to the repetitive pivoting and elevation of the feet involved in these sports. Several types of injuries are possible, including plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, sesamoiditis and ankle sprain. As a general rule, if a few days of rest and icing don’t help, make an appointment with our sports injury foot doctor in Dallas, TX.

Foot Injuries Can Turn into Chronic Conditions

Because many sports-related injuries can worsen or lead to recurrent injuries if not promptly evaluated and treated, always see a physician before returning to your normal exercise routine. Trust your sports injury to the specialists who can get you back in the game fast: Make an appointment with our sports injury foot doctor in Dallas, TX, now.

Schedule Your Appointment with Our Award-Winning Sports Injury Foot Doctor in Dallas, TX Today!

To schedule an appointment to have your sports-related injury evaluated by our Sports Injury Foot Doctor (Dr. Arroyo) in Dallas, TX, click here to use our convenient online appointment form. To call us directly, call 972.853.7100.

5-Star-Rated Sports Injury Foot Doctor in Dallas, TX, for Ankle Sprains, Heel Pain, Foot Pain, Fractures & More – Serving Dallas, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Richardson, Garland, Rockwall, Allen, Arlington & Fort Worth, TX

The doctor has great “bedside manners” when talking to patients. Great staff and comfortable atmosphere.

Derrick W.

The staff at Dallas Podiatry Works could not have been more courteous, helpful, and professional in doing their job. They made me feel comfortable when I was there, which is certainly appreciated. They answered all the questions that I had and just made each visit the most pleasurable that it could be. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing this type of foot care.

Joseph B.

I would highly recommend Dr. Brook to anyone with foot problems–especially problems that stump other podiatrists. He really is very caring and very knowledgeable.

Jeannette H.

Dr. Joel Brook and the staff were nice and helpful. Though I was a new patient, I got right in as soon as they were open in my preferred location. They diagnosed the problem and provided medicines along with a perfect gel bandage so I could keep exercising while my toes healed. My toes already hurt less and look a little better each day. If I have future issues, I will be a repeat customer. Here’s hoping I don’t, but at least I know my feet are in good hands.

Meryl E.

I visited this office for an ingrown toe nail a few years ago. After seeing another doctor, who made it worse, he referred me to Dallas Podiatry Works. The doctor there was able to fix my problem. I’m not great with reviews, all I can tell you is that this doctor and staff will have you up and running or doing whatever it is you do in no time. You will be in great hands. You’d be a fool not to use this doctor. Now its time to visit him again for the other toe.

Google User

Been having bad ankle pains for 6 months was referred here and it was a great visit ladies in the front desk medical assistants and the Doctor were all very friendly and make you feel very comfortable.