Foot & Ankle Care

Whether you’re living with chronic foot pain, recovering from an injury or facing a complex foot or ankle condition, our specialists provide advanced treatment options designed to reduce pain, improve function, and support recovery.

At Wood County Hospital, we offer both non-surgical and surgical treatment options for everything from common foot pain to complex reconstruction. Our team develops a personalized treatment plan based on your condition, activity level and long-term goals.

Schedule an appointment today: (419) 728-0688

Not every foot or ankle problem requires surgery. Many patients improve with conservative treatments such as:

• Activity modification
• Custom orthotics
• Bracing
• Physical therapy
• Anti-inflammatory medications
• Injections

When surgery is the best option, our team offers advanced techniques designed to relieve pain, restore function and help you return to the activities you enjoy.

• Bunions
• Hammertoes
• Heel pain and plantar fasciitis
• Achilles tendon injuries
• Ankle sprains and instability
• Flatfoot
• Stress fractures
• Arthritis of the foot and ankle

Complex Foot & Ankle Conditions

• Complex foot and ankle fractures
• Lisfranc injuries
• Charcot foot
• Cavus foot
• Complex foot and ankle deformities
• Peripheral nerve disorders
• Drop foot
• Cartilage injuries
• Diabetic foot complications
• Failed previous foot or ankle surgery

Advanced Surgical Procedures

• Foot and ankle reconstruction
• Tendon and ligament reconstruction
• Complex deformity correction
• Revision foot and ankle surgery
• Ankle arthroscopy
• Fracture repair and reconstruction
• Sports injury surgery
• Limb salvage surgery
• Total ankle replacement

Whether you’re a competitive athlete or simply enjoy staying active, we treat Achilles tears, ankle ligament injuries, stress fractures, tendon injuries, cartilage injuries and running injuries. Working alongside our orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers and rehabilitation specialists, we help patients safely return to work, sports and everyday activities.

Diabetes can lead to serious foot problems if left untreated. Our team provides specialized care for diabetic wounds, Charcot foot, foot deformities, nerve-related complications and limb preservation. Early treatment can often prevent complications and improve long-term outcomes.

Choosing the right provider for foot and ankle care is about restoring mobility and helping you get back to living life, not just treating pain.

Patients choose Wood County Hospital because they have access to advanced foot and ankle expertise close to home. Our team includes Dr. Osama Elattar, who provides comprehensive orthopedic care for common foot and ankle conditions, and Dr. Kyle McKray Smith, a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon specializing in advanced reconstruction, revision surgery, Charcot care, peripheral nerve disorders and limb salvage.

Working alongside orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine providers, imaging specialists and rehabilitation therapists, our team provides coordinated care from diagnosis through recovery.

Consider scheduling an evaluation if you:

• Have pain lasting more than a few weeks
• Experience swelling that doesn’t improve
• Have difficulty walking or participating in daily activities
• Suffer repeated ankle sprains or instability
• Notice numbness, tingling or burning in your foot
• Have diabetes and develop a wound, ulcer or foot deformity
• Have been told you may need surgery or want a second opinion

Every patient’s recovery is different but understanding what to expect can help you prepare.

Bunion surgery: Many patients begin walking in a protective surgical shoe within a few weeks, although complete recovery often takes several months.

Achilles tendon repair: Walking typically begins in a protective boot under your surgeon’s guidance before progressing to physical therapy. Returning to higher-impact activities often takes several months.

Fractures and reconstruction: More complex procedures generally require a longer period of healing followed by rehabilitation to restore strength, balance and mobility.

Charcot Foot

A condition most associated with diabetes that weakens the bones and joints of the foot. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent severe deformity and potentially reduce the risk of amputation.

Lisfranc Injuries

These injuries involve the ligaments and joints in the middle of the foot. They are often caused by sports injuries, falls or motor vehicle accidents and frequently require specialized evaluation.

Drop Foot

Drop foot makes it difficult to lift the front of the foot while walking. It may result from nerve injury, muscle weakness or neurologic conditions and can often be improved through specialized treatment.

Peripheral Nerve Disorders

Compression or injury to nerves in the foot and ankle can cause numbness, burning, tingling or chronic pain. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include conservative care or surgery.

Hear directly from Dr. Kyle McKray Smith as he discusses common foot and ankle conditions, advanced treatment options, recovery expectations and signs that it’s time to see a specialist.

Listen to the Health Matters podcast featuring Dr. Kyle McKray Smith.

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