Suffering from Heel Pain? Look no Further | Foot & Ankle Associates Podiatry

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Suffering From Heel Pain? Look No Further.

Founded in 1998 by Dr. Adam Shapiro, Foot & Ankle Associates is dedicated to providing the best medical and surgical care for your feet. With four convenient, state of the art offices located in Huntersville, Mooresville, Denver and the University area of Charlotte, the physicians of Foot & Ankle Associates provide comprehensive care of heel pain and plantar fasciitis.

There are various treatment methods available to relieve heel pain. Most people will start with home remedies like ice and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to reduce inflammation. But when heel pain persists for more than a month or two, and home remedies are no longer sufficient, you should contact Foot &Ankle Associates to schedule an appointment. Below are typically recommended forms of non-invasive treatments:

Custom orthotics
Various stretching exercises
Shoe replacement
Padding
Physical therapy

Most cases of heel pain can be treated with conservative methods, but anti-inflammatory medications or injections may also be recommended. These medications not only reduce pain, but inflammation too.

The only way to be certain, however, is to schedule a consultation to determine the best treatment for your heel pain. To schedule an appointment, click the button below or call us at one of our office locations that is convenient for you. We look forward to getting you back on your feet!

Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Adam Shapiro

Dr. Shapiro founded Foot & Ankle Associates in 1998. Before that, he attended Georgetown University and held a surgical residency at Washington Hospital Center. During his residency, he focused on elective foot surgery and diabetic limb salvage. He is part of the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery since 2002. In his free time, Dr. Shapiro enjoys boating, traveling and running.

Dr. Connor Keeley

Dr. Keeley attended Bucknell University, and then the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. His three-year residency was with the University of Florida Health Jacksonville, where he focused on sports medicine, reconstructive trauma, minimally invasive surgery, limb salvage, and joint replacement.

Dr. James Robinson

Dr. Robinson attended the University of Georgia, later to attend the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. His three-year residency was with t he Valley Care Health System, where he focused on sports medicine, diabetic limb salvage and foot/ankle surgery. In his free time, Dr. Robinson loves cooking, professional football and spending time with family.

Dr. Joe Ades

Dr. Ades attended Buena Vista University both for his under graduate and podiatric studies. His surgical residency was with the Crozer-Keystone Health System, where he focused on advanced surgery for traumatic, pediatrics, sports-related and diabetic foot and ankle problems. In his free time, he loves being with family and anything sports related!

Dr. Francesca Zappasodi

Dr. Zappasodi attended the University of Central Florida, and then Des Moines University. Her three-year residency was with the Florida Hospital East Orlando, where she focused on trauma, forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery, as well as diabetic limb salvage.

Dr. Alex Schaeffer

Dr. Schaeffer attended Marietta College, and then the Kent State University School of Podiatric Medicine. His three-year residency was with the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he focused on sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, limb salvage/diabetic foot, and revision surgery.

Dr. Garrett Biela

Dr. Biela attended University of Tampa, and then Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. His three-year residency was with the University of Florida in Jacksonville, where he focused on sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, limb salvage, and revision surgery.

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