Flatfoot and a pronating foot are terms that may be familiar to one with foot pain. They are terms that describe mechanical issues that can be very complex. The foot has 26 bones 33 joints and over 100 other structures of muscles tendons ligaments arteries veins and nerves. A thorough biomechanical exam can help one recognize the root of the issue. X rays are vital in measuring the alignment of the bones. If you have foot pain make sure to have your foot examined by a board certified foot and ankle surgeon. This will help you get the proper diagnosis. Dr Philip Wrotslavsky is an Orthopedic fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeon, board certified by the American Board Of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He is a Fellow of the American College of foot and ankle surgeons. He lectures around the world on complex foot and ankle topics such as Charcot foot. If you have foot or ankle pain make an appointment today at the Advanced Foot And Ankle Center of San Diego.
