Podiatry of Palatine Services

At Podiatry of Palatine our Chicagoland Suburban Podiatrist office is equipped with cutting edge surgical and procedural equipment, laser toenail technology and digital x-ray machines.

  • Diabetic foot Exams
  • Diabetic Footwear
  • Wound care
  • Custom orthotics
  • Digital radiographs
  • KeryFlex Nail Replacement
  • Q-Clear Laser
  • Surgical consultations

Conditions We Treat

From complex surgeries to preventative care and check-ups, we also treat patients for more common foot problems on a daily basis. Our doctors are experts in treating:

KeryFlex Nail Replacement

KeryFlex is a painless, in-office application at Podiatry of Palatine that restores the appearance of an individual’s natural nails.

Fat Pad Atrophy Injection

Fatpad Fat pad atrophy injection is an innovative human allograft adipose tissue that is injected into an area that is lacking cushioning or fat.

Plantar Fasciitis

It is estimated that 10% of the U.S. population will have heel pain at some point in their lifetime. Although there are many

Sesamoiditis

Sesamoiditis is a condition in which there is pain and inflammation surrounding the small bones under the big toe joint called

Ankle Sprains

Podiatry of Palatine treats ankle sprains due to any circumstance, from falls to sports injury.

Fractures of the Foot and Ankle

There are several different types of possible breaks, or fractures, that you can experience in your foot and ankle.

Diabetic Ulcerations

Diabetes decreases blood flow, so injuries heal slowly. A foot wound as small as a blister from wearing tight shoes can lead to

Venous Stasis Ulcerations

Venous Insufficiency is a disorder of the veins, typically of the lower extremities, in which they are not pumping the blood back

Ganglion Cysts

Ganglion cysts are one of the most common masses to develop on the foot and ankle. They are fluid filled sacs that protrude

Metatarsalgia

Metatarsalgia is a condition in which patients feet pain and fatigue to the bottom ball of the foot. This tends to be

Neuromas

A neuroma is a thickening or enlargement of nerve tissue that can lead to tingling, burning, numbness, pain and other

Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle

Arthritis is a inflammatory disease of the joints. The foot has 33 joints and thus there is a lot of room for arthritis to develop!

Toenail Fungus

Toenail fungus AKA onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the toenails. This is one of the most common pathologies

Warts

Warts of the foot, AKA plantar warts or verruca plantaris, are a viral infection caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV).

In Grown Toenails

Ingrown toenails, also known as Onychocryptosis, are one of the most common pathologies that podiatrist treat.

Athletes Foot

Athlete’s foot is a chronic fungal infection, and is most often contracted in places like locker rooms, public showers,

Stress Fractures

Stress fractures are a relatively common issue that occurs with the foot. It is possible to get a stress fracture in any bone

Children’s Conditions of the Foot and Ankle

Flatfoot in children or pediatric pes planus is one of the most common etiologies that parents will bring their children

Bunions

Bunions are a deformity in the foot where the joints in the big toe are misaligned. The first big toe joint bulges out,

Flat Feet

Flat feet are a common condition. The arch in the bottom of the foot continues to develop during childhood.

Hammertoes

A deformity in the second, third, or forth toe that causes the toe to bend at the middle joint, making it look like a hammer,

Basic Foot Care

Keep your feet warm.
Avoid getting your feet wet in snow or rain.
Don’t put your feet on radiators

Corns

Corns and calluses are thick layers of compressed dead skin cells that develop to protect

Orthotics

A podiatrist can prescribe orthotic inserts to help alleviate the problems associated with many different food

Laser Nail Treatment

Laser Nail Treatment is a new way to treat an old problem, and can be used to treat some cases of athlete’s

Foot Pain

Foot pain can be caused by various complications, such as neuromas, hammertoe, bunion, capsulitis, fractures,

Brachymetatarsal

Brachymetatarsia is a congenital condition in which one or more of the metatarsal bones of the foot are shorter then

Tailors Bunion

Tailors bunion (AKA bunionette) is a come foot deformity in which there is a bump on the side of the foot just

Diabetic Wound Care

There are many questions surrounding diabetic wound care and treatment. Especially as it relates to diabetic wound

Tips: Foot care after surgery