David Lozano
Senior Director of Communications
At The CORE Institute, we make a point to educate our patients about lower extremity health and function. Nobody wants to be in pain, but if you are experiencing discomfort in your lower extremities, there are ways you can keep that portion of your body in check to prevent injuries or loss of function.
Your hips should work in concert with the muscles in that area for lasting mobility and strength. In addition to maintaining a healthy weight, moderate exercise and/or physical therapy can help maintain proper balance and function. More serious issues, including injuries or overuse in the hip, could lead to damage to the joints and in time, may require surgery.
Maintaining good health in your knees, feet and ankles is key to making sure your joints are always helping you remain mobile. The CORE Institute has a team of highly skilled orthopedic specialists, including a dedicated sports medicine team who use the latest medical technologies to treat a range of issues to help patients improve their mobility and health.
“I have seen and treated a variety of injuries over the years,” said Dr. Mark Campbell, orthopedic surgeon at The CORE Institute. “My goal is to make sure those patients not only feel better, but that they’re able to function so they continue to live as normally as possible.”
For patients with diabetes, it’s important to maintain good foot care and as needed, see a foot and ankle specialist who can diagnose and treat any major foot complications, such as skin changes or foot ulcers. Those with diabetes are prone to a host of conditions involving the lower extremities and without proper preventative care, run the risk of treatable issues becoming more complicated.
Just like bones and joints, veins in the lower half of your body play a major role in your overall health and should receive proper care and attention. The Vein Health Center at The CORE Institute offers locations in North Phoenix, Sun City West and Gilbert to treat a host of vein conditions, including chronic venous insufficiency, or CVI. This vascular condition causes bulging varicose veins and skin discoloration and left untreated, can lead to permanent problems with lower extremity blood flow. Common symptoms can include leg achiness, burning or itching of the skin, bruising and even open sores.
“There are measures that people can take to prevent CVI,” said Dr. Jon Marshall of The CORE Institute. “Managing blood pressure and weight, regular exercise and eating foods low in salt and high in fiber are just some examples. If patients are not able to prevent CVI, we have some great minimally invasive treatment options available that may be appropriate.”
The CORE Institute is multiply awarded and nationally recognized for excellence in orthopedic and spine care, clinical outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With more than twenty locations across the valley, it is more convenient than ever to engage with our expert physicians, therapists and dedicated staff who are all committed to help you Keep Life in Motion®.” Appointments can be made 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information, go to TheCOREInstitute.com.
