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PODIATRISTS, ORTHOPEDISTS & PEDORTHISTS

You have often asked us the difference between podiatrists, orthopedists and Pedorthists. Here is a quick summary:

Podiatrists are medical doctors who work with ankles and feet. They use medical tools that only physicians have access to, such as x-rays, bone and CT scans, medication, surgery and diagnosing. Most podiatrists have a lot of diabetic patients; either on a monitoring basis or in treating foot ulcers. Many podiatrists serve the retirement and nursing home communities by visiting regularly to cut nails and monitor the health of patient's feet. Podiatrists are limited to working with ankles and feet.

Orthopedists are medical doctors who work with all bones and there are those who specialize or have a special interest in ankles and feet. As with podiatrists, they use medical tools that only physicians have access to, such as x-rays, bone and CT scans, medication, surgery and diagnosing.

Pedorthists don't diagnose illness, although we are educated and tested on our knowledge of common foot problems and how to provide solutions for those diagnoses. Our emphasis is on biomechanical, non-prescriptive practical solutions. Smart Feet is a retail store where anyone can seek out our products and services. Our basic tools include a digital scanner, foot-measuring devices, our educational backgrounds and application of our professional and personal experiences.