Sports Injuries Care That Gets Results

What You Need To Know

Learn how our podiatrists diagnose and treat sports injuries of the foot, ankle, and lower leg.

Sports Injury Care at Nevada Foot and Ankle

Podiatrists have training in the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions that affect the lower leg, ankle, and foot. Our podiatrists have advanced training in the care of sports injuries.

We treat any injury of the lower leg, ankle, or foot, including foot and ankle fractures, ankle sprains (including high ankle sprains), muscle strains, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon problems, leg cramps, shin splints, and flexor tendon injuries. Our specialists handle mild to severe injuries and can provide fast and effective treatment to help you get out of pain and heal as quickly as possible.

Some of the most common reasons to see a podiatrist after a sports injury are moderate or severe bruising, weakness in the leg or foot, pain or difficulty bearing weight, feeling like your leg, ankle, or foot may give out, foot and ankle fractures, swelling, decreased range of motion, and heel pain.

Podiatrists perform a variety of orthopedic tests and assessments to diagnose sports injuries. We have digital X-rays available on-site and can refer you for additional imaging (like an MRI) if needed. Exams are thorough and efficient, so you can get an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment as soon as possible.

Our Treatment and Prevention Approach

Since the severity of sports injuries varies widely, we work with you to determine the best course of treatment based on your symptoms, diagnosis, and goals for returning to play. No two athletes are alike, and your care plan should reflect the demands of your sport and your timeline for recovery.

Treatment is thorough and incorporates a mix of passive therapies (like ice, heat, shockwave therapy, MLS Laser Therapy, and taping) along with active rehab and physical therapy to speed up your healing. For fractures and other serious injuries, we provide treatment to repair the damage before rehabbing your muscles and joints in order to help you get back to the gym or on the field.

You also receive help to identify and improve areas of weakness that may have contributed to your injury in order to prevent future pain. Addressing these underlying factors is often what separates a lasting recovery from a repeat injury down the road.

Your podiatrist can help you determine the best shoes for your sport of choice in order to reduce your risk of injury, too. With the right combination of treatment, rehab, and preventive guidance, most patients return to activity feeling stronger and more confident than before.