Foot and Ankle

When your foot and ankle hurt, every step can feel like a challenge. Whether you’re struggling with heel pain, plantar fasciitis, or something more complex, our foot and ankle specialists are here to help you get back on your feet.

At Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine, we provide expert care in Granville and Coshocton, Ohio. If you’re experiencing discomfort in your feet or ankles, contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward relief.

How a Foot and Ankle Specialist Can Help

The foot and ankle are made up of 26 bones, over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments, and when one part isn’t working right, your mobility suffers. Our foot and ankle specialists, including board-certified podiatrists and orthopedic experts, treat everything from common injuries to complex foot wounds and diabetic foot problems.

Our care team includes ankle specialists skilled in treating ankle ailments such as Achilles tendonitis, arthritis, and ligament tears. Whether you need conservative treatment like physical therapy or advanced options such as ankle surgery, we offer personalized care based on your unique condition.

If you’ve been dealing with persistent pain or an old injury that just won’t heal, we’re here to help. Many patients come to us looking for long-term relief and a better quality of life—and we’re committed to making that possible.

When It's Time to See a Doctor

It can be tough to know when to seek help, especially if the pain comes and goes. But if your symptoms are interfering with your daily tasks, it’s time to see a foot and ankle specialist. Look out for the following signs:

  • Persistent heel pain that worsens with walking
  • Swelling or redness that doesn’t improve
  • Pain between the third and fourth toes
  • Difficulty standing or walking for long periods
  • A visible change in foot shape, such as flat feet
  • Slow-healing foot wounds or ulcers, especially if you have diabetes
  • Ongoing stiffness or limited range of motion in the ankle

Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent further damage and reduce the need for more invasive procedures down the line. At OSSM, we focus on the long-term preservation of your mobility and function.

Keeping You Active at Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine

Whether you’re training for a marathon, managing a chronic condition, or just want to walk pain-free again, our team is here to help you stay active. We offer a comprehensive foot and ankle care program that blends conservative treatment strategies with state-of-the-art procedures.

Common Conditions We Treat

Some of the most common foot and ankle conditions we treat include the following:

  • Plantar Fasciitis: A leading cause of heel pain, especially in runners and those on their feet all day. We offer custom orthotics, therapy, and more.
  • Flat Feet: Can lead to pain and joint stress. We evaluate both structural and functional causes and provide custom arch support solutions.
  • Achilles Tendonitis: Pain and inflammation in the Achilles tendon, often caused by overuse. Treatment may include stretching, therapy, or surgical repair.
  • Diabetic Foot Problems: These include neuropathy, ulcers, and infections. Preventive care and early intervention are essential to avoid serious complications.
  • Foot Wounds: Chronic wounds or ulcers need expert attention. Our team specializes in advanced wound care techniques to speed healing.
  • Morton’s Neuroma: This nerve issue causes pain between the third and fourth toes.
  • Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle: This leads to stiffness, swelling, and joint pain. We offer both non-surgical and ankle surgery options, depending on severity.

 

For a full list of the conditions we treat, please see the list at the bottom of the page.

Treatments We Provide

Our treatment philosophy at OSSM is to start with the least invasive methods and only recommend surgery when absolutely necessary. Some of the most common treatments we provide include the following:

  • Custom Orthotics & Bracing: Tailored support to correct posture and relieve pressure points.
  • Physical Therapy: Exercises tailored to improve strength, mobility, and flexibility.
  • Injections: Corticosteroid or regenerative medicine injections for pain relief and healing.
  • Minimally Invasive Ankle Surgery: When ankle surgery is needed, we use modern techniques for faster recovery and reduced pain.
  • Diabetic Foot Care: Prevention and treatment of foot wounds and infections, including limb-sparing techniques.
  • Fracture Management: Prompt care for broken bones in the foot or ankle, with surgical and non-surgical solutions.
  • Bunion and Hammertoe Correction: Restore comfort and mobility with expert correction procedures.


For a full list of the treatments we offer, please see the list below.

Why Choose Us for Your Foot and Ankle Care?

At Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine, our mission is simple: help you live an active, pain-free life. Here’s why patients choose us for foot and ankle care:

  • Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons: All of our doctors are highly skilled in diagnosing and treating complex conditions.
  • Multidisciplinary Approach: From ankle care to wound healing, our foot ankle specialists work together to deliver holistic treatment.
  • Conservative Treatment: When possible, we will prioritize non-invasive care and only suggest ankle surgery when necessary.
  • Five Convenient Locations: Our expert care is available close to home in Granville, Newark, Coshocton, Heath, or Buckeye Lake.
  • We Welcome New Patients: We’re always ready to help more people live comfortably.

 

Whether you’re recovering from an injury or managing a long-term condition, you can count on us for compassionate, personalized care.

 

Schedule Your Appointment Today

You don’t have to live with pain or limited mobility. Let our expert team of foot and ankle specialists guide you toward a healthier, more active future.

Call Orthopedic Specialists & Sports Medicine today to book your appointment in Granville or Coshocton, or visit our website to learn more. Relief is just a step away.

Foot and Ankle Conditions We Treat & Advanced Treatment Options

  • Ankle arthritis
  • Ankle fractures and dislocations
  • Avascular necrosis
  • Bone spurs
  • Bunions
  • Calcaneal fractures
  • Charcot arthropathy
  • Dancer’s fractures
  • Foot arthritis
  • Foot fractures and dislocations
  • Fracture nonunion
  • Haglund’s deformity
  • Hallux limitus
  • Hallux rigidus
  • Hammertoes
  • Heel pain
  • Joint deformities
  • Jones fractures
  • Lisfranc fracture
  • Metatarsalgia
  • Overlapping toes
  • Pes cavus/ high arch feet
  • Pes planus/ Flat feet
  • Sesamoiditis
  • Stress fractures
  • Tailor’s bunions
  • Talus fracture
  • Tarsal coalition
  • Toe arthritis
  • Toe deformity
  • Toe fractures and dislocations
  • Adult club foot
  • Brachymetatarsia
  • Congenital foot deformities
  • Polydactyly
  • Structural abnormalities
  • Baxter’s neuritis
  • Morton’s neuroma
  • Neuromas
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Tarsal tunnel syndrome
  • Corns and calluses
  • Diabetic foot wounds
  • Fungal nail infections
  • Ingrown toenails
  • Skin ulcers
  • Warts
  • Achilles tendinitis/tendonitis
  • Achilles tendinosis
  • Achilles tendon ruptures
  • Achilles tendon tears
  • Ankle impingement
  • Ankle instability
  • Bursitis
  • Calf strains/tears
  • Capsulitis
  • Equinus
  • Ganglion Cysts
  • Ligament and tendon injuries
  • Peroneal tendinitis
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Plantar fibroma
  • Soft tissue tumors
  • Tendinitis
  • Ankle sprains and strains
  • Athletic foot and ankle injuries
  • High ankle sprains/syndesmosis injuries
  • Lisfranc injury
  • Plantar plate tear/rupture
  • Repetitive motion injuries
  • Stress fractures
  • Turf toe
  • Diabetic foot complications
  • Edema and circulation problems
  • Gout
  • Peripheral vascular disease manifestations
  • Achilles Tendon Lengthening
  • Achilles Tendon Repair
  • Achilles tendon rupture repair
  • Ankle Arthrotomy
  • Ankle Syndesmosis Repair (Suture Button)
  • Ankle Synovitis Arthroscopic Debridement
  • Ankle fusion
  • Arthrodesis
  • Arthroscopic Ankle Cartilage Repair
  • Biopsy procedures
  • Bone Marrow Aspirate
  • Brostrom-Gould Ankle Stabilization (Lateral Ankle Ligament Reconstruction)
  • Bunionectomy (Lapidus, Chevron, Akin)
  • Calcaneal Autograft Harvest
  • Calcaneal Osteotomy
  • Cheilectomy
  • Corn and callus removal
  • Cortisone injections
  • Cotton Osteotomy
  • Custom Ankle Foot Orthotics (AFO)
  • Custom Orthotic Inserts
  • Diabetic limb salvage
  • Excision of Morton’s Neuromas
  • External Fixation Application
  • First Metatarsal-phalangeal Joint (MTP) Arthrodesis
  • First Metatarsal-phalangeal Joint (MTP) arthroplasty
  • Flat Foot Reconstruction
  • Flexor Hallucis Tendon Transfer
  • Foot Exostectomy
  • Fracture Open Reduction Internal Fixation
  • Ganglion cyst excision
  • Gastrocnemius Recession
  • Hammertoe Correction (arthrodesis, arthroplasty, tendon transfer and lengthening)
  • High arch foot reconstruction
  • Hindfoot Fusion
  • Kidner Procedure
  • Lapidus Arthrodesis for Bunions
  • Lisfranc Injury Repair
  • Metatarsal Ostectomy
  • Midfoot Fusion
  • Minimally Invasive Ultrasound Guided Percutaneous Plantar Fasciotomy (TenJet ®)
  • Minimally invasive bunionectomy
  • Minimally invasive hammertoe deformity correction
  • Minimally invasive procedures of foot and ankle
  • Morton’s Neuroma Excision
  • Nail debridement’s
  • Nerve decompression
  • ORIF Surgery
  • Peroneal Tendon Repair
  • Plantar Fibroma Excision
  • Plantar Plate Repair
  • Platelet rich plasma injections
  • Posterior Tibial Tendon Repair
  • Posterior Tibial Tendon Transfer
  • Sesamoidectomy
  • Subtalar Fusion
  • Tailor’s Bunionectomy
  • Tarsal Coalition Resection
  • Tarsal Tunnel Release
  • Tibialis anterior tendon repair
  • Total Ankle Replacement
  • Total Talus Replacement
  • Wart treatments
  • Weil Metatarsal Osteotomy
  • Wound management

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