Podiatrists Can Treat More Than Foot Pain

Michael J. Petrocelli, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S., C.W.S.P.
Board Certified Ankle and Foot Surgeon and Board Certified Wound Care Specialist

Podiatrists focus on the feet and everything associated with the foot and ankle, such as the tendons, muscles, ligaments, and bones.  Podiatric specialists regularly treat anything that makes up the structure, function, and health of the entire foot. In the state of Florida, a podiatrist is not only able to medically treat the foot, but they also treat the entire lower extremity of the body from the legs down.  Because the leg and knee are in such close relation to the effects of the foot and ankle, podiatrists regularly treat bone disorders from below the knee and soft tissue disorders from the hip down.

The foot alone has 28 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles and numerous tendons.  When these are adversely affected, the relationship between the ankle, knee, and leg are often either the source of the problem or subsequently damaged.

Common issues that link foot and leg pain:
• Iliotibial Band Syndrome
• DVT’s (Deep Vein Thrombosis)
• Bunions
• Knee Pain
• Shin Splints
• Arthritis
• Neuropathy
• PAD (Peripheral Arterial Disease)
• Gait issues

More than 75% of people in the United States will experience foot disorders.  A large percentage of these individuals are in the aging population, but other factors can contribute to foot pain, like standing on your feet for extended periods of time, ill-fitting shoes, hereditary and genetic disorders, excessive exercise, trauma, and diseases.

Dr. Michael J. Petrocelli was born and raised in North Providence, Rhode Island. He attended the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida where he earned his B.S. degree in Biological Sciences. Dr. Petrocelli then went on to receive his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree (Cum Laude) at the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He completed a two-year residency in foot and ankle surgery—with an emphasis on diabetic wound care and limb salvage—at Kern Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.

Dr. Petrocelli has been in practice since 1994. He began with a large group practice in Tampa, FL, before relocating to Naples, FL, in 2002 to start his own practice to be closer to his family.

At Collier Podiatry, Dr. Petrocelli treats all forms of lower extremity treatment, including major and minor foot surgeries, are within Dr. Petrocelli’s scope. In addition to his practice, Dr. Petrocelli is also the staff podiatrist at the Naples Community Hospital Wound Healing Center.

Collier Podiatry offers the following services:
• Comprehensive Care of Foot and Ankle Disorders
• Comprehensive Treatment of Athletic Injuries
• Biomechanical Analysis and Custom Dynamic
Orthotic Fabrication
• Diabetic Shoes and Insoles
• Children’s Foot and Ankle Problems
• Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
• Bunion Surgery

Medical and surgical treatment:
• Achilles Pain
• Arch Disorders
• Arthritis
• Bunions
• Corns and Callouses
• Diabetic Foot and Limb Care
• Hammertoes
• Heel Pain
• Heel Spurs
• Infections and Ulcerations
• Ingrown and Fungal Toenails
• Neuromas
• Neuropathy
• Onychomycosis or Toe Nail Fungus
• Plantar Fasciitis/Heel Pain
• Soft Tissue Masses and Tumors
• Sports Injuries
• Sprains and Fractures
• Tendon, Joint Pain, and Injuries
• Trauma and Athletic Injuries
• Warts
• Wound Care

If you are experiencing any foot pain, or have symptoms of the knee and leg associated with your foot and ankle, please call Collier podiatry to schedule your appointment at (239) 775-0019.

Collier Podiatry, P.A.
Michael J. Petrocelli
D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S., C.W.S.P.

239-775-0019
www.collierpodiatry.com

NCH Countryside Commons
1715 Heritage Trail, Suite 204
Naples, FL 34112
Phone: (239) 775-0019
Fax: (239) 775-0219
Email: CollierAppointments@gmail.com