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:
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!
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. Christopher Hogue is a fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeon. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and Board Qualified in Foot and Rearfoot/Ankle Reconstructive Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Dr. Robinson attended the University of Georgia, later to attend the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. His three-year residency was witht 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. 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!
After graduation from Columbia College in South Carolina, Dr. Kirby received her graduate degree from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. During her three-year residency through the Heritage Valley Health System, she focused on foot trauma, ankle surgery, sports medicine and diabetic limb salvage. In her free time, Dr. Kirby enjoys traveling, fishing, kayaking and SEC football.