Gavilan Foot Care Center

75% of people will have foot problems at one time or another in their lives. The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) has stated that the average person takes 8,000 to 10,000 steps in a single day and up to 115,000 in an entire lifetime. This would be the same as walking around the earth 4 times. This is why it is very important to take care of your feet and have your podiatrist conduct routine check ups and get the treatment you need

Foot ailments can become a person's sign of more serious medical problems. Your feet mirror your general health and conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, nerve and circulatory disorders can show their initial symptoms through your feet. Diabetes can be extremely dangerous to your feet, so take precautions now. You can avoid serious problems such as losing a toe, foot, or leg by following proper prevention techniques offered by your podiatrist. Remember, prevention is the key to saving your feet and eliminating pain.

About 60% of all foot & ankle injuries aged 17 or older are ankle strains or sprains. At Gavilan Foot Care Center in Gilroy, our doctors recommend treatment that includes resting and elevating the ankle and applying ice to reduce swelling. Compressive bandages also may be used to immobilize and support the injury during healing. Serious ankle sprains, particularly among competitive athletes, may require surgery to repair and tighten the damaged ligaments.