Foot & Ankle
Injury Treatments
The foot and ankle are incredible body parts. They endure vast amounts of wear and tear over a lifetime. In fact, ankle injuries are among the most common Injuries. At Azalea Orthopedics our mission is to help our patients thrive. Whether it’s on the field, in practice, or during day-to-day life, we strive to provide expert orthopedic care for the entire body. We work with our patients to help them regain their health with appropriate treatment and rehabilitation to overcome any injury or problem they incur. For athletes, the feet and ankles bear more stress than almost any other part of the body – and if you’re suffering from a foot or ankle injury, our Foot & Ankle Specialists can help. For more information on the Sports Medicine Orthopedists at Azalea or to make an appointment, click here. View our Patient Forms here.
Azalea Locations for
Foot & Ankle Treatments
Azalea Orthopedics offers foot and ankle treatments at most of our orthopedic locations throughout East Texas which allows patients to receive specialized foot and ankle treatment with ease!
Mount Pleasant – Mount Pleasant, TX
Orthopedic Care
for the Foot & Ankle
Orthopedic care for the foot and ankle is a wide-ranging, complex medical field in its own right. We offer a wide variety of foot and ankle treatments at our practice that are geared to generate optimal outcomes for our patients. We’re proud to have experienced Foot and Ankle Specialists who will work with you to treat any injury you may be facing. If you are dealing with a recent injury, long-term deformity, or a hereditary problem, we will work with you to develop a treatment plan that works with your lifestyle and helps you get back on your feet – yes, pun intended!
Traumatic Foot & Ankle
Injury Treatment
Our Foot and Ankle Specialists treat a wide range of problems, but perhaps the most common are traumatic injuries to the foot and ankle. These injuries usually take the form of sprains, strains, or fractures, and they are common in virtually every sport and everyday life. Whether you’re running in a football game or skating on an ice rink, your feet bear the brunt of your physical activity – and it’s easy for them to get injured under the stress they endure in such events. Some common injuries that athletes experience are:
- Fractures
- Sprains
- Overuse Injuries
- Dislocations
- Diabetic Foot Care
- Achilles and Other Tendon Injuries
- Turf Toe Injuries
- Ankle Replacement Surgery
Azalea Orthopedics is the leader in foot and ankle care in Tyler and throughout East Texas. We can help you identify the nature of your foot injury, perform any necessary treatment procedures, and create a plan to rejuvenate your foot and get you back to full function as soon as possible. We understand how frustrating it is to be off the field with an injury, so we strive to help our patients recover as quickly and as safely as possible.
Treatment for
Foot and Ankle Deformities
In addition to traumatic injuries, we also treat mechanical deformities of the foot and ankle. These deformities may be hereditary or developmental; many of these deformities are a result of shoe wear. For example, high heel shoes cause the majority of foot deformities in women. A few of the most common deformities and conditions of the foot and ankle include:
- Bunions
- Toe deformities
- Nerve entrapment (Neuroma)
- Hammertoes
- Arthritis
While we prioritize noninvasive treatments like shoe inserts or modifications and physical therapy, there are some cases where surgery may be required.
What Are The Differences Between
Podiatrist and Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeons?
There are many Podiatrists in Tyler, Texas, but only a few specialty trained Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeons. Azalea Orthopedics is proud to have two Foot and Ankle Specialists on our team- Dr. Beck & Dr. Priddy. The main difference between Podiatrists and Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeons is the amount of education they endure. Typically, Podiatrists undergo about 8 years of formal training, while specialty trained Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeons complete around 14 years of schooling including a year-long fellowship solely focused on their field of study. Therefore, after graduation, Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeons are classified as Medical Doctors while Podiatrists are not.
In the state of Texas, Podiatrists are legally prohibited from treating anything above the foot, unlike a specialty trained Foot and Ankle Specialist. Often, Podiatrists see similar injuries as our Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeons, such as Sprains, Bunions, Fractures, Hammertoes, and other Sports-related Injuries, but the list of their treatment options are much smaller. Our Specialists are more equipped to handle complex Sports-Injuries, Fractures, and Ankle Sprains. In many cases, conservative treatment is the best approach for correcting these problems. In many instances, Podiatrists lack the skills necessary to repair advanced foot and ankle issues. Our Foot and Ankle Specialists rely on medicine’s most technologically sound treatment options including Total Ankle Replacements, Robotic Assisted Surgery, and Complex Fusion Procedures. As with any of Azalea’s Medical professionals, our practice is built around producing unparalleled patient experiences and remarkable recoveries!
For complex ankle injuries and degenerative ankle issues, our specialists are the only surgeons in Tyler who offer Total Ankle Replacements. Other Orthopedic Surgeons in town might offer fusion surgery to correct these severe problems; our surgeons can provide options for our patients, which might include a fusion or an Ankle Replacement. Ultimately, a fusion will limit the amount of motion you will regain after surgery, while an Ankle Replacement will provide more movement following your procedure. Not all patients with such injuries are candidates for Ankle Replacement surgery; it’s important to discuss all of your options with your surgeon in order to customize a solution that allows for the best possible outcome for you.
Our Foot & Ankle Orthopedists
Meet our industry leading Foot & Ankle Orthopedists.
Timothy Beck, M.D.
Dr. Beck is a fellowship-trained, Board-Certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle conditions, knee injuries and total ankle replacements. He has previously served as a Board of Councilor from Texas to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
Jon-Michael Cline, D.O.
Dr. Jon-Michael Cline is a fellowship trained, board certified Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician. Dr. Cline treats a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and specializes in non-surgical treatment of sports injuries, concussion management, and ortho biologics. Dr. Cline also specializes in non-operative treatment of both hip and knee pain. Depending on the patient's diagnosis, hips and knees can also be successfully treated with injections.
Edwin Ferren, M.D.
Dr. Edwin Ferren is a Board-Certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, hip, and knee repairs. He serves the Nacogdoches and surrounding areas. He is a member of the Texas Orthopedic Association and the Texas Medical Association.
Steven Overturf, M.D.
Dr. Overturf is a Board-Certified orthopedic surgeon who offers cutting-edge procedures for orthopedic injuries and disorders. He is equipped to provide full-spectrum musculoskeletal care to residents of Nacogdoches and surrounding areas. His passion for bone and joint health, in conjunction with his diverse experiences, ensures you receive the best possible care.
John Priddy, M.D.
Dr. Priddy is a Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon who has extensive knowledge and advanced training in foot and ankle injuries. He is highly specialized and is one of the few surgeons qualified to perform total ankle replacement surgery in East Texas. He has a particular interest in deformities and traumatic injuries in both adults and children.
Contact Your Tyler, TX
Orthopedists Today!
The feet are invaluable in life and in virtually every sport, if you’re suffering from foot or ankle problems, we’ll work with you to help solve your problem. Contact us today to learn more about the orthopedic treatments we offer and to schedule a consultation in our office. We work with our patients to create tailored treatment plans that work for you. Our goal is to get you back to full function while providing excellent customer service throughout the entire healing process!
