Frequently Asked Questions

"How do I know if I’m covered for foot care?"

Typically most insurance companies cover patients with thick, painful, discolored, painful nails.

However, individual insurance guidelines may vary.
We recommend you contact your insurance company and find out if you have coverage for foot care. After you have established your benefits then schedule an appointment with the doctor for them to determine if you meet the guidelines that you have received from your insurance company.

"I'm diabetic. What should I be concerned about?"

 Proper footcare is especially critical for diabetics because they are prone to foot problems such as, loss of feeling in their feet, changes in the shape of their feet, foot ulcers or sores that do not heal. We urge our diabetic patients to check their feet daily and to contact a podiatrist immediately with any changes or concerns.

"What is neuropathy?"

 Neuropathy is a medical condition wherein the nerves have been damaged. Because of this damage, patients can experience common symptoms such as pain, numbness, and an inability of controlling muscle movement. Neuroapthy is often felt in the feet. Typically, the painful experience can be described as burning or tingling, while the numbness can be compared as wearing a glove or a thin stocking.

"Why do I need custom orthotics?"

 Orthotics are orthopedic devices that are used to alter or modify foot function and are designed to treat, adjust, and support various biomechanical foot disorders. Custom-made devices are crafted to meet the specific needs of a particular individual they are created using an impression of the foot called a cast, which duplicates any misalignments in foot structure. The finished orthotic eliminates abnormal foot biomechanics by keeping the foot properly aligned.