Conditions We Treat

That sharp, stabbing pain in your heel with your first steps in the morning is one of the most common complaints we see, and one of the most misunderstood.

Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. When it becomes inflamed, it causes that characteristic knife-like pain when you first stand up after rest.

The frustrating reality is that most people try rest, stretching, and over-the-counter orthotics, feel a little better, and then the pain comes right back. That is because those approaches manage symptoms without addressing the underlying tissue damage. When the plantar fascia has been chronically stressed, it needs more than rest to heal.

At Hill County Foot and Ankle Specialist, we use regenerative options like the Remy Class IV laser and biologic injections to help the tissue actually repair, not just quiet down temporarily. Custom orthotics then correct the mechanics that caused the problem in the first place, helping results last.

Burning, tingling, numbness, or the unsettling feeling of walking on pins and needles. Neuropathy affects the nerves in the feet and lower legs, and it is one of the conditions we treat most at Hill County Foot and Ankle Specialist.

Many neuropathy patients come to us after being told there is no real fix. That is not the whole picture. While neuropathy is complex and outcomes vary, regenerative treatments have helped many of our patients experience meaningful improvement in sensation, comfort, and function.

The Remy Class IV Laser delivers focused energy to the affected area to support tissue repair, including nerve tissue, while biologic injections work with the body’s natural healing response. Red Light Therapy may also be used to support circulation, recovery, and ongoing maintenance at home. Your treatment plan will depend on your symptoms, condition, and individual needs.

Neuropathy caused by diabetes requires particular attention. If you have diabetes and are experiencing foot numbness or tingling, do not wait. Early intervention protects your mobility and prevents more serious complications.

Pain in the Achilles tendon, the ankle joint, or the ball of the foot can make every step a negotiation. These are among the most movement-limiting conditions we treat, and they are often more treatable than patients expect.

Achilles tendinopathy develops when the tendon becomes overloaded and the tissue begins to break down. It is common in people who are on their feet for work, in runners, and in anyone who has increased their activity level. Left untreated, it tends to worsen rather than resolve on its own.

Ankle pain can stem from arthritis, old sprains that never fully healed, instability, or structural issues. Pain in the ball of the foot, often called metatarsalgia, can result from abnormal weight distribution, fat pad thinning, or nerve irritation between the toes.

Our approach starts with understanding the real source of the pain, not just treating the area that hurts. From there, we use conservative and regenerative options before anyone talks about surgery. For many patients, the Remy laser and biologic injections deliver meaningful improvement without the boot or the downtime.

From painful ingrown toenails to stubborn toenail fungus and persistent skin conditions, nail and skin problems of the foot are common and, for many people, embarrassing. They are also very treatable.

Ingrown toenails occur when the edge of the nail curves and grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, swelling, and sometimes infection. They are one of the most common reasons people visit a podiatrist, and in-office treatment is quick and effective.

Toenail fungus is more common than most people realize, and it can be difficult to clear with over-the-counter creams alone. At Hill County Foot and Ankle Specialist, we offer laser treatment for fungal toenails, which targets the fungus beneath and within the nail without the need for oral medication.

We also treat plantar warts, calluses, corns, cracked heels, and other common skin conditions of the foot. If something looks or feels unusual, it is worth having it evaluated sooner rather than later.

If you have been in pain for months or years, tried multiple treatments, and still are not better, you are not out of options. Chronic pain is not a permanent state. It is a biology injection, and it is one that regenerative medicine is specifically designed to address.

When pain becomes chronic, the body's natural healing response has slowed down or stalled. The tissue is stuck in a damaged state, which is why rest and anti-inflammatory treatments provide only temporary relief. They quiet the symptom without restarting the repair.

Regenerative medicine approaches this differently. Using the Remy Class IV laser and biologic injections, often together for a compounded effect, we help stimulate the body's own repair mechanisms so you are treating the underlying damage, not just managing the pain on top of it.

Many of our chronic pain patients have been told there is nothing more that can be done. We hear that often. It is rarely the complete picture. A conversation with Dr. Jenkins may change what you thought was possible.

Corns and calluses develop when repeated pressure or friction causes areas of skin to thicken. They commonly form on weight-bearing areas of the foot or over prominent bones and can become uncomfortable or painful over time.

Treatment depends on what is causing the pressure. Conservative options may include reducing friction, addressing footwear, or relieving pressure from the affected area.

For some patients, repeated painful corns or calluses are related to a loss of the foot’s natural cushioning. In these cases, fat pad restoration or injections may be considered to add cushioning and reduce pressure in the painful area.

For patients living with diabetes, regular foot care is especially important because diabetes can affect both circulation and nerve function. Over time, this can lead to neuropathy, causing numbness, tingling, or reduced sensation in the feet. When sensation is limited, cuts, blisters, pressure points, and other problems may go unnoticed.

Regular podiatric monitoring helps identify these changes early. We check for signs of neuropathy, monitor circulation and skin health, and look for wounds, ulcers, or pressure areas before they become more serious. For patients with diabetes, routine foot exams are an important part of protecting long-term foot health.

We also fit custom orthotics for diabetic patients, which help distribute pressure more evenly across the foot, reducing the risk of ulceration in high-pressure areas. If you have diabetes and have not had a foot exam recently, do not wait for a problem to appear.