CONDITIONS AND TREATMENTS

Our Services

From routine checkups to foot and ankle surgery, Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates, P.C., is equipped to handle all of your podiatric needs. In addition to years of clinical experience, modern diagnostic techniques are ultilized to identify complex foot and ankle conditions.

1. We are dedicated to utilizing the most modern medical technology and equipment available to treat our patients.
2. We are committed to efficiency for our patients and ensure that your appointment runs on time.
3. We understand the medical team approach to your care and make every effort to communicate with your primary care physician.

These are some common conditions that we treat:

Technology
We are continuously looking for ways to improve the quality of care we provide as well as helping you understand your diagnosis and treatment regimen. At Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates, we have built a state of the art facility hidden within a comfortable and relaxed environment. With the changing digital world, we stay current with the latest in diagnostic tools and equipment like:

Musculoskeletal Diagnostic Ultrasound (MSK)

  • MSK provides a quick and painless aid to diagnosis and treatment of soft tissue and bony injury and/or pathology. You receive an immediate treatment without being referred for an expensive and often uncomfortable diagnostic study. Pathologies in which ultrasound has proven beneficial include but are not limited to: plantar fascia tears and inflammation, tendonitis tears and ruptures, cysts, neuromas, tarsal tunnel syndrome, bursitis, ligament strains and tears, ankle sprains and strains, foreign bodies, stress fractures, muscle injuries and rupture.

Digital Radiography

  • Our digital xray system eliminates the old fashion film and places your xrays on a computer that can be viewed at any time. This gives us the ability to manipulate the views allowing for better diagnosis of problems that could be overlooked with regular film xrays. These xrays can easily be shared with referring doctors or family by placing them on a CD which can be viewed on any computer.

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

  • We utilize the most advanced medical documentation system to document your visit and to keep your primary care doctor well informed of your condition. This electronic medical record system insures permanent storage and instant recall of your medical history and treatment while insuring patient privacy and confidentiality.

Online Appointments/Scheduling Requests

  • We know you live a busy life and sometimes going to the foot doctor is the last thing on your mind. So, we want to make scheduling appointments as convenient as possible. You can go to our website anytime, day or night, to request an appointment to see Dr. Lockwood.

Doppler Vascular Testing

  • The probe of the machine shoots sound waves at the red blood cells in the artery, and the speed of the red blood cells is measured by noting how quickly the sound waves bounce back off the blood cells towards the Doppler probe. The test works because if there is vascular disease, the blood vessels are more constricted, which causes the speed of the red blood cells to go down, giving a different read-out on the Doppler machine. The test is completely painless. Diabetics, smokers, the elderly, and anyone else with circulation concerns should be considered for this sort of vascular testing.

Products
At Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates, we stand behind all of our products 100%. One reason we are so confident with our products, is because we do not offer a product in our office without at least one staff member personally trying it out. We have tried (and love) nearly all of our nail polish colors, our whole family wears Powerstep medical grade inserts and/or custom orthotics, and we even walk around in boots and walkers to assure premium comfort. Dr. Lockwood and the staff wear extra depth shoes (which qualify for the Diabetic Shoe Program) and Aetrex memory foam Sandalistas in and out of the office. Because we support our products, we offer a money-back guarantee if you are unpleased with any non-custom product in any way.

Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program
If you are diabetic you may be eligible for one pair of shoes and three pairs of extra depth inserts per calendar year. People who suffer from diabetes are more at risk for developing foot problems such as ulcers and lesions. Consequently, insurance companies provide shoes and inserts every year for qualified patients to help prevent foot injuries. Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Health Alliance are a few of the companies that participate in the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program. At HFAA, we have a diabetic shoe expert who can answer all your questions and concerns. She measures your feet to provide you with the correct fit, width, depth, and length of shoes you need. Even if you don't qualify, you can purchase a pair of shoes and one pair of inserts for $150. With extra depth shoes, you have the style you want and the comfort/accommodation you need! The following are shoe companies that participate in the program.