Dr. Hames is available to treat foot ailments such as diabetic foot care, ingrown toenails, fungal toenails, warts and painful calluses. Our practice specializes in surgical and general foot care.  Please call (256) 760-8485 for an appointment.

Surgical Services

Through intensive surgical training and continuous refinements in surgical technique, we are able to offer advanced surgical care for complex deformities, conditions, and injuries of the foot. Our areas or surgical expertise include:

  • Cartiva Surgery (PDF)
  • Heel surgery
  • Fracture surgery
  • Bunion surgery
  • Hammertoe surgery
  • Flatfoot repair
  • High arch repair
  • Diabetic foot reconstruction
  • Athletic & performing arts injuries
  • Neurologic disorders
  • Arthritic joint reconstruction
  • Infections
  • Puncture wounds & lacerations
  • Pediatric foot deformities

General Podiatry

We are strong advocates of preventative medicine and patient education. We stress that in addition to athletes and those with diabetes, patients of all ages should be aware of foot health. Our general services include treatment for:

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  • Ingrown toenails
  • Heel pain
  • Corns & calluses
  • Diabetic foot care
  • Limb salvage
  • Bunions & Hammertoes
  • Skin & Nail conditions
  • Fractures & Sprains
  • Orthosis fabrication
  • Circulation problems
  • Sports medicine
  • Specialty Surgeries

Specialties

Patient Education

 

Bunions
A bunion is a bone deformity usually occurring at the base of the big toe. This is a progressive condition that is made worse by inward pressure from tight shoes. Bunions can be very painful, and in some instances surgery may be necessary to remove them.

Flat Feet
Flat feet is a condition where the entire, or nearly entire, bottom of the foot meets the ground when standing. Depending on the severity, symptoms of flat feet can range from severe pain to non-existent.

Hammertoes
Hammertoe is a characterized by one or more of the toes having a bend in the middle joint. This occurs because of weakening of the muscle due to poorly fitted shoes or a genetically inherited trait.

Diabetes and Your Feet
Diabetes is a systemic illness that can affect many different parts of the body. This is especially true for the feet. Proper foot screening is incredibly important for diabetic patients and any kind of cut or sore should be taken very seriously.

Heel Spurs
A heel spur is a bony protrusion that occurs on the heel. It is often confused with plantar fasciitis, which is inflammation of the plantar fascia ligament. When a heel spur is painful it can make it quite difficult to walk.

Corns
Corns and calluses are hard layers of skin that usually form due to friction. Generally, they will be in areas of the foot that are bearing weight, or areas that frequently rub against the shoe. Soft corns are typically found between the toes.

Athlete's Foot
Athlete’s foot is a very common fungal infection that affects countless people around the world. It will manifest itself on the skin of the foot, in many cases in between the toes. Because fungi proliferate in warm, damp environments, keeping the feet clean and dry is of utmost importance in avoiding athlete’s foot.

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