If you or a loved one require urgent foot care the emergency room may not be your best option. Unless your condition is very serious or potentially life-threatening you should consider seeking same day urgent foot care from your Fredericksburg and Stafford, VA, podiatrists, the experts of Rappahannock Foot and Ankle Specialists.

Seeking Urgent Care

Don't second-think your judgment, if you are experiencing severe pain or simply believe you need emergency help then it's a good idea to seek it.

But there are many foot and ankle emergencies that can be treated by your podiatrist, even if you are not sure if it's an emergency you can still reach out to your doctor's office and they can guide you about what to do next.

In general terms, for foot problems that are at least moderately painful, if there is swelling, bruising, discoloration, or even a visible deformity, then what you are dealing with is very likely an emergency, and should consider seeking same day urgent care at your podiatrist's office.

Prevention

When the pain you are experiencing, and other symptoms, are relatively mild, although it may not be cause for an emergency, you should not ignore these signs. Pain, even mild pain, is usually a sign that something is already wrong, although it can often be corrected if you seek treatment early enough. Regular visits to your podiatrist can often reduce the chances you'll encounter an emergency.

Urgent Foot Care: Same Day Appointments in Fredericksburg and Stafford, VA

There are many benefits to seeking urgent care treatment at your podiatrist's office rather than a hospital when the situation doesn't warrant it. But there are just as many benefits to seeking regular preventative care from your podiatrist.

If you are in need of urgent foot care and are in need of a same day appointment in Fredericksburg and Stafford, VA, you can reach Rappahannock Foot and Ankle Specialists by dialing (540) 371-2724 for the Fredericksburg, VA, and (540) 720-0674 for Stafford, VA.