The Practice of Drs. Francis Bean and Scott Neville Specializes in Surgery and Disorders of the Ankle and Foot. Podiatry is a field of medicine that aims to improve the overall health of patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the foot and ankle. They must have a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree from a college of podiatric medicine. Podiatrists diagnose and treat disorders and injuries of the foot and lower leg. The foot is designed for balance and mobility; healthy feet are necessary for a healthy body. Podiatrists treat problems that keep the feet and lower legs from working properly, which can make walking painful or create other problems in the body.

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Yes, Ankle Replacement!

Ankle replacement is surgery to replace the damaged parts of the three bones that make up the ankle joint. Artificial joint parts (prosthetics) are used to replace your own bones. They come in different sizes to fit different-size people. See … Continue reading →

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Outdoor Activities Can Take a Toll on Your Feet

As the weather changes, hikers and hunters nationwide will migrate to mountains, woods and fields, but many, unfortunately, are ill prepared for the beating their feet will take, warns two local foot and ankle surgeons. “Hikers, hunters and others who … Continue reading →

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What are Bunions?

The common bunion is a localized area of enlargement of the inner portion of the joint at the base of the big toe. The enlargement actually represents additional bone formation, often in combination with a misalignment of the big toe. … Continue reading →

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Suffering from Heel Pain?

If you have ever gotten a toenail fungus infection, you know by now that they are not the easiest things to get rid of. Not only that, but they are quite unsightly and even nasty in some of the most … Continue reading →