Definition
Individuals who diagnose and treat disorders, diseases and injuries of the foot and lower leg to keep this part of the body working properly. They treat corns, calluses, ingrown toenails, bunions, heel spurs and arch problems; ankle and foot injuries, deformities and infections; and foot complaints associated with diseases such as diabetes. They may prescribe drugs, order physical therapy, set fractures and perform surgery. They also fit corrective inserts called orthotics, design plaster casts and strappings to correct deformities and design custom-made shoes.
URL Name
YO-3000-6700
Third Level Code
YO-3000
Taxonomy Code
YO-3000.6700
Parent Code
YO-3000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YO
Fourth Level Code
YO-3000-6700
Use References
Chiropodists, Foot Care Specialists
Publication Status
Online