Your feet and ankles are the foundation of your mobility. When something goes wrong, whether from an acute injury, chronic wear and tear, or medical issues, your daily life can quickly go awry. At Prestige Podiatry, Dr. Jeffrey Agricola offers advanced surgical and non-surgical care to resolve many kinds of foot and ankle problems. With locations in Indianapolis and Carmel, Indiana, he provides expert solutions for people ready to move without pain.
Expert Care for Complex Foot and Ankle Problems
As a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Agricola treats conditions that require precision and in-depth understanding of anatomy. Whether you're facing a chronic issue that hasn’t responded to conservative treatment or a new injury that requires surgical attention, his training as a Diplomat of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons ensures you're in experienced hands.
Conditions Commonly Treated by Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Bunions and Hammertoes
These structural deformities in the toes often become painful over time. When conservative options no longer offer relief, surgery may be the most effective way to correct alignment, reduce pressure, and restore function.
Heel Pain and Plantar Fasciitis
Chronic heel pain caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia often limits people’s mobility. While usually not the first choice, surgical intervention may release the fascia and resolve the cause of pain.
Flat Feet and High Arches
Abnormal foot structure can lead to imbalance, discomfort, and increased injury risk. Dr. Agricola performs reconstructive procedures to restore more natural alignment and prevent future problems.
Tendon Injuries
Tears or chronic inflammation in tendons such as the Achilles or posterior tibial tendon can affect gait and stability. Surgical repair may be necessary when the tendon is too damaged to heal on its own.
Ankle Instability and Arthritis
Frequent sprains or joint degeneration can weaken the ankle over time. Dr. Agricola offers surgical options, including ligament repair and joint fusion at our Indianapolis and Carmel locations, to relieve pain and restore strength.
Neuromas and Nerve Entrapments
Irritated or compressed nerves in the foot can cause sensations of burning, tingling, or numbness. When conservative approaches like orthotics or injections aren’t enough to release the nerve, surgical release or removal may provide long-term relief.
Sports and Traumatic Injuries
Fractures, dislocations, or cartilage damage from athletic or accidental injuries often need surgical care to ensure proper healing and restore full function.
When to Consider Foot or Ankle Surgery
If you've tried physical therapy, medications, or orthotics without lasting results, it may be time to explore surgical treatment. Dr. Agricola works closely with each patient to explain their options and develop a care plan that’s right for their condition and activity level.
When you visit Prestige Podiatry, you no longer have to live with pain or limit your lifestyle. Dr. Jeffrey Agricola brings advanced skill and a commitment to patient-centered care to every case, helping people from Indianapolis and Carmel find lasting relief. If you’re dealing with a foot or ankle condition that hasn’t improved, schedule a consultation by calling our Indianapolis office at (317) 881-0070 or our Carmel, Indiana, office at (317) 846-4111.