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Where can I get an appointment at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine?

Location 148 N. 8th Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 Enter at Cherry Street through our parking lot. Directions to the Foot and Ankle Institute Schedule an appointment Call 215-777-5808 to schedule an appointment at one of our clinics. View our staff Please click here to view information on any of our doctors. Insurances accepted Amerihealth

Why choose orthotics from the foot and Ankle Center?

Foot and ankle problems are common and can range from simple injuries to complex conditions requiring advanced surgery. Temple podiatric physicians and surgeons have advanced training and experience to diagnose and treat all foot conditions, including sports and overuse injuries, foot deformities such as bunions, and chronic problems related to conditions such as diabetes …

Why choose the foot and Ankle Center of Washington?

Shoe Museum. Contact. Home / Supportingcontent / Foot and Ankle Institute. Our clinics provide comprehensive care and treatment of the lower extremities to the community. Ambulatory Surgical Center. Diabetic Center of Excellence. Wound Care Center. Physical Therapy.

Why choose TUSPM for podiatric training?

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and its clinical practices, the Foot and Ankle Institute, Ambulatory Surgical Center, Temple Total Therapy and are OPEN, however, Health Sciences Center Satellite Locations remain closed.Please call or check our website periodically for updates.

What is Temple Foot and Ankle Surgery?

Through the Temple Foot & Ankle Surgery Program, our specialists offer a comprehensive approach to prevention, treatment and management of foot and ankle problems. Our multidisciplinary team of specialists collaborates to effectively manage your condition. We apply our unmatched experience treating complex foot and ankle problems to make sure you get the best possible treatment available.

What is the best treatment for a foot and ankle injury?

Surgical Treatment Options. Many foot and ankle conditions can be treated effectively with physical therapy or with shoe inserts and orthotics. However, if surgery is recommended, options may include: Ankle arthroscopy – Your surgeon uses a small camera to view the inside of the ankle (not foot) and assess the bones and cartilage.

Does ankle replacement reduce pain?

This procedure can effectively reduce pain caused by arthritis, but does limit range of motion of the foot or ankle. Ankle joint replacement – During ankle replacement, your surgeon removes damaged ends of bones and cartilage and replaces it with an artificial joint. Ankle joint replacement reduces pain caused by arthritis.

What is the role of the foot and ankle?

The foot and ankle support and move your body with an intricate network of bones, tendons, muscles, ligaments and joints. When an injury or other condition weakens even the tiniest of those working parts, it can throw your body — and life — off-balance.

How to get your feet and ankles moving again?

Many foot and ankle problems improve with nonsurgical treatment. Strengthening muscles with physical therapy or reducing inflammation with medication injections can help get and keep you moving again.

School of Podiatric Medicine

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Why Us?

Dr. Hale and Dr. Huppin have more than 20 years experience and thousands of satisfied patients between them. Our expertise is unrivaled and we get the best results with the least invasive techniques possible.

Conditions

We treat plantar fasciitis, heel pain, ingrown nails, athlete’s foot, bunions and fungal nails non-surgically. We also offer surgical intervention for bunions, neuromas and hammertoe when surgery is needed.

Orthotics

Our orthotics are fully customized to your foot through our expertise in biomechanics. Advanced orthotics from the Foot and Ankle Center treat foot problems that usually result in surgery.

Heel Pain Center

We offer a specialty clinic, the Seattle Heel Pain Center, that focuses solely on plantar fasciitis and other causes of heel pain. We have successfully treated and cured extreme and chronic heel pain in many patients.

Meet your Doctors

At the Foot and Ankle Center of Washington, you are in highly capable hands. Drs. Douglas S. Hale and Lawrence Z. Huppin are skilled foot and ankle physicians with advanced training, respected credentials and meaningful experience. Dr.