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Playing sports often results in aches and pains, and you don’t necessarily need to see a specialist for every sore spot. Often, rest, ice, and elevation are all you need to get back on the field or court. But if you have a sports-related injury like an ankle sprain or worse, the best thing you can do to speed up your recovery time is to see a specialist. Only a podiatrist can accurately diagnose and treat foot and ankle injuries, which is why seeing Louise E. Tortora, DPM in Fairfield, CT, as soon as you get injured can help get you back on your feet in no time.

podiatristYou may think that ankle injury is just a sprain, but it could be something worse. Self-diagnosing and -treating can cause more harm than good if you have a serious injury, so getting diagnosed early lets you get started on the right treatment plan and helps minimize the risk for more drastic medical procedures. Walking around on what you think is just a simple ankle sprain could put more wear on the actual injury, especially if tendons or ligaments are involved. Only a podiatrist can perform the right tests to figure out the underlying cause of your injury and recommend the treatment plan.

With self-treatment, instead of getting proper foot care, you could end up needing surgery to repair torn ligaments. This can keep you out of play for a very long time. Depending on the seriousness of the injury, you may not perform at the level you did before the injury occurred. A podiatrist can help you make a full recovery and prevent injuries in the future.

Don’t let your foot pain keep you sidelined from the sport you love. If you think you need to see a podiatrist, call (203) 254-0093 to make an appointment with Louise E. Tortora, DPM in Fairfield. Visit her website for additional information about her practice.

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