Ankle and foot surgery

Podiatrists at Ascension Wisconsin perform all types of podiatric surgery, including rear foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.

Ankle and foot surgery in Northeast Wisconsin

Podiatrists at Ascension Wisconsin perform all types of podiatric surgery, including rear foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.

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Advanced reconstructive foot and ankle surgery

Using innovative ankle replacement procedures and cartilage implantation, our podiatrists at Ascension Northeast Wisconsin in Appleton, Neenah and Oshkosh, restore mobility in adults of all ages.

Our podiatrists treat common and complex conditions, including:

  • Chronic ankle sprains
  • Foot stress fractures
  • Lower leg shin splints
  • Bunions
  • Hammertoes

For people with diabetes and foot ulcers, we provide specialized treatments to support wound healing. At our three Fox Valley offices, we also care for complex foot ulcers and traumatic injuries affecting the foot, ankle and lower leg.

Diagnostic imaging is available onsite for convenience. Digital X-rays and ultrasound imaging may be used to help diagnose conditions affecting the bones, joints and ligaments of the foot, ankle or lower leg. We recognize that each person is a unique individual with specific concerns, just like each person has a unique footprint. At Ascension we focus on personalized and compassionate podiatry care for children and adults.

For more information about podiatry services and reconstructive surgery for conditions affecting the foot, ankle or lower leg at St. Elizabeth Hospital and Mercy Hospital, call 920-996-3700.

Ankle fusion and total ankle replacement

Different forms of arthritis — osteoarthritis (or OA), rheumatoid arthritis and post-traumatic arthritis — can deteriorate the ankle joint, causing loss of mobility and chronic pain. When medication and physical therapy aren’t successful, it may be time to consider ankle surgery.

Several types of joint reconstruction options are available at Ascension Wisconsin:

Ankle fusion

This procedure joins bones in the ankle to limit painful movement and stabilize the joint.

Total ankle replacement

This procedure replaces damaged parts of the ankle joint and may preserve more movement than ankle fusion. Our podiatrists are experienced and specially trained in this surgical procedure, and provide follow-up care and coordinate rehabilitation after surgery.

Treating big toe arthritis and heel pain

For adults with big toe arthritis, Cartiva synthetic cartilage may be implanted in the toe joint to help preserve movement and reduce pain. This procedure may be an alternative to joint fusion, which limits range of motion. Other treatments may also be available based on the cause and severity of your foot pain.

We also provide a full spectrum of treatments for heel pain. Ultrasound-guided injections, including Tenex and Topaz, are performed in the clinic.

Our patients experience coordinated care with your primary care doctor for better health and well-being. If you have a complex medical condition, being at Ascension Wisconsin gives you access to many specialists. Our podiatrists are part of a team approach to care that may include a vascular surgeon, interventional cardiologist, infectious disease specialist or wound care specialist.

Foot care consultations

We provide consultations and coordinate care with other specialists for people with weight-bearing foot pain, including:

  • People preparing for or recovering from bariatric surgery who have foot stress fractures
  • Athletes with shin splints and foot pain
  • Newborns and children with foot conditions that affect growth and development
  • People with work-related foot or ankle injuries

Orthotic therapy

Our Madison Street Clinic offers a full-service orthotics department that provides customized footwear support. Foot and ankle braces are made based on your unique needs.

Orthotics may be used to help manage:

  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Osteoarthritis (OA)
  • Joint conditions affecting the forefoot
  • Stress fractures
  • Achilles tendonitis

Orthotics and footwear recommendations are also customized for different environments, such as recovery following a work-related injury, school, sports or recreational use.

Physical therapists and athletic trainers are available onsite at Ascension Medical Group Madison Street Clinic to provide therapies prescribed by your podiatrist. Aquatic therapy is also available for people who need to limit the amount of weight placed on the foot or ankle while continuing rehabilitation.

Get a second opinion from a foot and ankle specialist

Get the confidence and peace of mind that your doctor and care plan are right for you. It's easy to get a second opinion at Ascension Wisconsin. We can review your medical records and healthcare history to answer your questions and discuss options.

When you’re experiencing foot or ankle pain and deciding on a treatment, there’s a lot to think about. We can discuss both therapeutic or surgical treatment plans. Our team of highly experienced specialists can provide you with a second opinion based on experience and as part of an integrated national network of care.

Before your appointment, check with your insurance company to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records from your doctor on your behalf, so they can be shared with your care team before your arrival.

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If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or call 911.

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