We ask a lot of our feet over the years — from walking to running to hiking and more. In fact, the average person takes about 6,000 steps a day. To put that in perspective, that’s nearly 110 million steps in 50 years.
It makes sense, then, that with all this wear and tear that our feet and ankles often develop problems like shooting pains, stiffness or swelling. Left untreated, the nagging pain can become unbearable and keep you from what you need and love to do.
Relief Starts Here
Whether you’re struggling with recent or chronic pain, the board-certified orthopedists and podiatrists at the Orthopedic Institute of Central Maine (OICM) can help. We’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan, with options ranging from custom orthotics and exercise programs to the latest, minimally invasive surgical options.
Conditions We Treat
Just some of our specialties include:
- Bone or heel spurs
- Bunions or corns
- Bursitis
- Clubfoot
- Diabetic foot
- Hammertoe
- Fractures
- Gout
- Morton’s neuroma
- Osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis or traumatic arthritis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Sprained and strained ankle
- Stress fractures
- Tendonitis
- Tendon ruptures
Helping You Put the Spring Back in Your Step
We always begin by listening, to understand exactly what you’re dealing with and how it’s impacting your life. Then together, we’ll find the best solution for your pain, which may include conservative treatment such as modifying footwear, following a specific exercise program and medication.
However, if none of these changes manage or resolve your pain, surgery may be the most effective treatment option for you. At OICM, foot and ankle surgery are generally outpatient day surgeries, which means no overnight stay and quick recovery, so you can get back to your life as quickly as possible.
We also specialize in treatments for foot problems caused by diabetes, a common issue for our central and western Maine communities. That includes surgical (or sharp) debridement, the gold standard treatment for severe diabetic foot infections. The procedure cleans out any dead or infected tissue, helping stop the growth of bacteria and making it easier for the body to develop healthy new tissue.
Orthopedic Excellence, Close to Home
The Orthopedic Institute of Central Maine offers locations near where you live and work – so you never had to travel far to find the world-class care you need:
- Central Maine Medical Center – Lewiston, Maine
- Bridgton Hospital – Bridgton, Maine
- Rumford Hospital – Rumford, Maine