Rely on Our Vancouver Foot Care Services to Help Get Back on Your Feet
If you’re suffering from a painful foot or ankle condition, the skilled team at Clover Podiatry is here to provide the care you need. Our Vancouver podiatrists and medical team, led by Tek Fish, DPM, is equipped to handle everything from routine foot exams to more complex medical concerns and, in some cases, surgery. You can trust us to provide the services you need to treat your foot or ankle issues so you can return to a pain-free and active lifestyle.
Services Offered at Clover Podiatry
Are foot and ankle issues holding you back from living your best life? At Clover Podiatry, we're passionate about helping Vancouver patients find relief from various injuries and ailments that limit their ability to enjoy full mobility. Our skilled foot doctors have the experience and innovative treatment options to help you with various conditions. Here are just a few.
Wound Care
We can treat patients with chronic wounds, such as diabetic foot ulcers and venous ulcers. Our limb salvage techniques are designed to prevent amputations and promote faster healing. We offer the following wound care services:
- Debridement. This procedure removes dead tissue from the wound.
- Advanced wound dressings. Treated bandages can be used to promote healing.
- Medication. Antibiotics may be prescribed to manage infected wounds.
Seeking prompt and professional care ensures proper healing and prevents the progression of potentially life-threatening conditions. At Clover Podiatry, our entire team is fully equipped to attend to leg, foot, and ankle wounds, ensuring you receive the highest standard of care and personalized treatment.
Ingrown Toenail Treatment
If you’ve noticed skin covering your toenail, or the nail is growing into the base of the toe or the nail fold, you have an ingrown toenail. At Clover Podiatry, our skilled team uses various methods to alleviate pain and prevent recurrence. Ingrown toenail treatment includes:
- Nail trimming. We use professional techniques to prevent the nail from growing into the skin.
- Partial nail removal. This helps ease discomfort and allows proper regrowth.
- Total nail removal. In severe cases, the entire nail may be removed to prevent future issues.
Swift Therapy for Plantar Warts
Plantar warts are caused by a strain of the human papillomavirus, specifically types 1, 2, 4, 60, and 63. They form in the skin's outer layer, resulting in hard, grainy, or fleshy growths. These warts often appear on children’s feet but can affect people of all ages and are especially painful when they develop on weight-bearing areas of your feet. Without professional treatment, plantar warts can persist for years.
At our Vancouver office, we often rely on Swift therapy to treat plantar warts. This innovative treatment uses microwave energy to align with your body’s natural immune cycle to destroy the wart and stop the virus. Here are the benefits of Swift therapy:
- Non-invasive. This quick and painless procedure doesn’t require anesthesia.
- Highly effective. Swift therapy boasts a good success rate with minimal side effects.
- Convenient. Often, only a single treatment is needed, reducing the number of visits required.
Heel Pain Treatment
Heel pain impacts your daily activities, and plantar fasciitis is a common culprit. Each year, approximately 2 million people are treated for it. It develops when the thick band of tissue known as the plantar fascia ligament is injured or inflamed. Bone spurs and Achilles tendonitis frequently cause heel pain, too. Our skilled foot doctors offer a range of treatments to address and help alleviate your discomfort, such as:
- Stretching exercises. We develop personalized exercise plans designed to relieve tension in the plantar fascia, promote flexibility, and reduce pain.
- Shockwave therapy. This non-invasive treatment uses sound waves to stimulate healing.
Treatment for Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are typical athletic injuries that require proper attention to prevent long-term damage. To initially treat an ankle sprain, we often suggest following the RICE Protocol: rest, ice, compression, and elevation to manage initial symptoms. For more acute conditions, we advise:
- Physical therapy. We customize an exercise plan to help you regain the functionality of your ankle.
- Bracing. Bracing techniques help stabilize the joint, prevent further injury, and provide support for a safe return to activities.
Treatment for Foot and Ankle Fractures
At Clover Podiatry, we're here to help you get back on your feet with our comprehensive care to ensure the best recovery. Our diagnostic imaging includes X-rays and other techniques, ensuring precise diagnosis of fractures. Once we know exactly what's wrong, we offer the following tailored treatments:
- Casting and splinting. We use immobilization methods such as casting and splinting to promote optimal healing and get you back on your feet as soon as possible.
- Surgical intervention. In more severe cases, surgical options may be necessary to realign and stabilize fractures, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy uses high-amplitude acoustic waves to stimulate soft tissue repair. It’s often used to effectively treat various foot and ankle conditions, such as:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Heel pain
- Achilles tendonitis
- Arthritis
- Overuse injuries
- Morton's neuroma
- Stress fractures
This innovative procedure offers several advantages:
- Minimally invasive. No incisions or anesthesia are required.
- Little to no downtime. Which means you return to your daily activities more quickly.
- Reduced discomfort during recovery. This allows you to regain mobility at a level to which you’re accustomed.
