Foot & Ankle Health

With 28 bones and 33 joints each, our feet are some of the most complex elements of our musculoskeletal system. The ankle has three bones that create the up-and-down and side-to-side movement of the feet, and its muscles, tendons, and ligaments allow for the complex movements needed for balance. Injury, congenital abnormalities, infection, arthritis, and even improper footwear can cause complex foot and ankle pain that is debilitating for everyday life.

Southern Rhode Islanders who need top podiatry care to keep active are treated by an expert staff of caring clinicians—close to home. Ortho Rhode Island foot and ankle specialists at South County Hospital work to restore or improve function and stability through a variety of treatments, including medication, immobilization, physical therapy, and surgical intervention.

Foot problems are one of the most common complaints—and can lead to other health problems, such as lower back pain. If you are suffering from foot or ankle pain, a podiatrist can help.