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Foot & Ankle Center of Illinois, Illinois Laser Center, Foot & Ankle Depot, and Extremity MRI located at 2921 Montvale Drive, Springfield, IL
According to Dr. Sigle, “We have an infrastructure in place to
transmit quality images directly to the radiologist for immediate
analysis and consultation that occurs within 24 to 48 hours. We
can accommodate 98 percent of the adult population, including
children and athletes. Patients appreciate the convenience of
immediate in-office MRI exams and the comfortable, claustrophobia–free
design.”
Another niche offered that differentiates the Foot & Ankle Center
from other podiatry/orthopedic clinics and hospitals is its specialty
products store. Traditionally, podiatrists have referred patients
who needed therapeutic footwear and products elsewhere.
According to Dr. Sigle, “The creation of this auxiliary service
was in response to the patient’s desire for one-stop shopping and
desire to purchase products that maximized their rehabilitation,
recovery, and comfort. We help people make the right choices!”
Primary care physicians and specialists are now able to channel
their patients to the store because they know that it’s a reliable
resource with foot and ankle products that are reliable, and
ones that deliver proven results. Every product is physician recommended
or has the American Podiatric Medicine Association (APMA)
Seal of Acceptance. According to the APPMA website, The Seal of
Approval is granted to products found to promote good foot health
care and are available over the counter or by prescription only.
The store provides a comprehensive inventory including the following
items:
• Comfort shoes and gear for women and men to accommodate
working out and running activities, shoes for work, dress, casual
wear, and diabetic foot wear.
• Mobility assistance devices to facilitate recovery from surgery or
an injury, to aid people with a chronic condition, or to enhance
mobility and independent living. Knee cadies, standard crutches,
canes, and other state-of-the-art crutches are available. The
store is the only certified fitter in central Illinois for the I-Walk
Hands Free Crutch.
• Accessories include shoe deodorizing and antifungal aides, a
wide range of pads, topical solutions, and inserts.
• Shoe inserts and shoe lift inserts are available to provide support,
cushions, and targeted comfort to prevent foot pain. Inserts also
are used improve body alignment, improve motion control, enhance
posture, and to relieve aches and pain. A wide selection of custom
orthotics and custom-molded braces are also available for patients.
Shoe fitting is an essential part of the practice. According to Dr.
Sigle, “We recognize how much our patients can benefit from our
guidance. We have trained shoe fitters assisting clients and with
diverse needs. We are also able to provide therapeutic footwear
for clients at risk with diabetic foot ulcerations.”
The shoe fitters are trained to recognize a patient’s functional,
therapeutic, and aesthetic needs as well. According to Dr. Sigle,
“We believe the combination of podiatrists, certified shoe fitters,
and medical assistants assisting the consumer with product decisions
sets us apart from any other store. Because Dr. Gonzalez
and I are able to assess a patient’s foot problems and functional
needs, we are in a position to anticipate when it is necessary to
replace worn shoes and inserts. By employing trained medical
personnel, we can make custom orthotics and shoe fitting conveniently
available to our patients while working efficiently in our
practice. A comprehensive shoe-fitting program will help reduce
foot and ankle injuries, falls, surgeries, and possible amputations.
This all leads to positive patient outcomes and satisfaction.
All of the products in the store are chosen by physicians for
patients. They are given knowledge about products that will
increase their mobility, bring additional comfort to their lives,
reduce the chance of injury, and soothe aches and pains.
For additional information,
visit www.myfootandanklecenter.com
or call 217-787-2700 for an appointment.
The Foot & Ankle Center of Illinois is
conveniently located in Springfield, Decatur,
Carlinville, Shelbyville, and Monticello.
Page 20 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Mid-Illinois Springfield / Decatur — September 2016