Description
Diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.
- • Diagnose diseases and deformities of the foot using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays, and laboratory test results.
- • Prescribe medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery.
- • Surgically treat conditions such as corns, calluses, ingrown nails, tumors, shortened tendons, bunions, cysts, or abscesses.
- • Advise patients about treatments and foot care techniques necessary for prevention of future problems.
- • Refer patients to physicians when symptoms indicative of systemic disorders, such as arthritis or diabetes, are observed in feet and legs.
- • Correct deformities by means of plaster casts and strapping.
- • Make and fit prosthetic appliances.
- • Perform administrative duties, such as hiring employees, ordering supplies, or keeping records.
- • Educate the public about the benefits of foot care through techniques such as speaking engagements, advertising, and other forums.
- • Treat deformities using mechanical methods, such as whirlpool or paraffin baths, and electrical methods, such as short wave and low voltage currents.
- • Treat bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet and ankles.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
