- Lafayette Podiatry Associates
2020 Union Street, Suite 100
Lafayette, IN 47904 (765) 449-4758
Welcome to our podiatry practice in Lafayette, IN. Our staff is committed to providing the finest podiatric care in a warm and friendly environment in order to make you feel relaxed and comfortable. We have been practicing in Lafayette since 1990.
Lafayette Podiatry Associates is a full service Podiatry Center, specializing in both the surgical and non-surgical treatment of the foot and ankle. We are pleased to provide you with assistance for all of your foot care needs. Our podiatrists are very well trained in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and look forward to providing you with the highest quality care you deserve.
Lafayette Podiatry Associates is proud to be the first and only provider in the Lafayette area to offer Laser Nail Treatment.
We hope you will find this website to be a useful and interesting resource for all of your concerns. If you would like more information about any of the procedures that we offer or to schedule an appointment, please call our office at (765) 449-4758.
A bunion (also referred to as hallux valgus or hallux abducto valgus) is often described as a bump on the side of the big toe. But a bunion is more than that. The visible bump actually reflects changes in the bony framework of the front part of the foot.
Heel pain is most often caused by plantar fasciitis, a condition that is sometimes also called heel spur syndrome when a spur is present. Heel pain may also be due to other causes, such as a stress fracture, tendonitis, arthritis, nerve irritation, or, rarely, a cyst.
Ingrown toenails are due to the penetration of the edges of the nail plate into the soft tissue of the toe. It begins with a painful irritation that often becomes infected.
Corns and calluses are areas of thick skin that result form excessive pressure or friction over a boney prominence. When these areas develop on the bottom of the foot they are called calluses.
Hammertoe is a contracture (bending) of one or both joints of the second, third, fourth, or fifth (little) toes. This abnormal bending can put pressure on the toe when wearing shoes, causing problems to develop.
A neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue that may develop in various parts of the body. The most common neuroma in the foot is a Morton's neuroma, which occurs between the third and fourth toes. It is sometimes referred to as an intermetatarsal neuroma.
A prescription foot orthosis is an in-shoe brace which is designed to correct for abnormal foot and lower extremity function (the lower extremity includes the foot, ankle, leg, knee, thigh and hip).
The common wart is known as verruca vulgaris. They are caused by a viral infection of the skin. This occurs as a result of direct contact with the virus. They do not spread through the blood stream. They occur more commonly in children than adults.
Lafayette Podiatry Associates utilizes the latest, most effective and safe technologies to treat painful foot and ankle disorders. Podiatrists are foot specialists who have spent years studying and preparing to care for your unique feet.
Did you know the foot has 28 bones, 37 joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles, and numerous tendons? Education is key to great health care decisions, and our staff will take the time to answer your questions before you choose the best option for your foundation.
Lafayette Podiatry Associates is a full service Podiatry Center, specializing in both the surgical and non-surgical treatment of the foot and ankle. We are pleased to provide you with assistance for all of your foot care needs. Our podiatrists are very well trained in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and look forward to providing you with the highest quality care you deserve.
