How to Tell When Your Loved One Should See a Podiatrist

Our modern world is a busy one and it’s easy to lose track of things even when we aren’t worried about finding the perfect gift or baking the best cookies. One thing you never want to lose sight of, though, is keeping yourself and your loved ones healthy and happy.

You care about your loved ones and only want the best for them, so we want to help you understand when your loved one should come in and see us here at Dallas Podiatry Works. The most obvious sign, of course, is when they tell you there’s a problem with a foot, ankle, or toe. Not everyone is quick to speak up, so you may need to bring a family member in if:

They’ve sustained an injury. Feet are essential for many sports and physical activities, which also means there are ample opportunities for injury to happen on the basketball court or soccer field. It’s important to reach out and request an appointment with one of our offices when this happens. What starts as a minor problem can become a larger one when left untreated!
They have diabetes. If you have a loved one who has been diagnosed with diabetes, contact us to set up the earliest possible appointment. Whereas other medical issues associated with the disease receive more attention—like heart attacks, strokes, kidney failures, and blindness—foot care is incredibly important for diabetic individuals.
They are limping. This is particularly important if you have kids or adolescents at home. Children are not always quick to speak up about certain medical issues. In addition to limping, what you may notice is a sudden withdrawal from previously enjoyed sports and activities.
They complain about pain. Too many people brush off foot pain as “not a big deal,” but fail to consider the fact that pain is the body’s way of pointing out a problem. With regard to foot care, don’t think that any pain is too minimal to receive attention. This is simply not the case. Remember, medical issues are generally most easily treated at their earliest stages. If a loved one complains about foot pain, give us a call!
They have abnormally-colored skin. This situation can actually be considered an emergency if your loved one has diabetes. Redness can be an indication of infection. A blueish discoloration may indicate circulation problems. Should you observe abnormally-colored skin, it’s important to have the condition properly diagnosed.

Dallas Podiatry Works is here for all of your foot and ankle needs, but you have to take the first step. The good news is that it’s not a painful one! Simply give us a call. You can reach us at 972.853.7100 and our staff will be glad to help!

Your Top-Rated Podiatrist in Dallas & Beyond

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.

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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.