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Foot & Ankle Care

Specialized Foot & Ankle Care in Jacksonville, Florida That Keeps You Moving

Foot and ankle care at Rizk Orthopedics includes treatment for injuries, arthritis, deformities, and complex conditions that affect mobility and stability. Care is provided by Dr. Vikram Bala, a board-certified, fellowship-trained foot and ankle specialist with advanced experience in reconstruction, total ankle replacement, arthroscopy, minimally invasive surgery, sports injuries, and trauma.

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Treatment plans emphasize careful evaluation, patient education, and personalized care—starting with conservative options whenever possible and progressing to surgical solutions only when necessary. The goal is always to restore function, reduce pain, and help patients return to activity with confidence.

Common Symptoms of Foot & Ankle Problems

Some of the most common symptoms patients often experience include:
 

  • Persistent foot or ankle pain

  • Swelling or stiffness

  • Instability or weakness

  • Pain with walking, running, or standing

  • Limited range of motion

  • Difficulty returning to sports or daily activities

  • Pain following an injury or trauma

 

If these symptoms persist, worsen, or limit daily activity, it may be time to see a foot and ankle specialist.

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Foot & Ankle Conditions We Treat

At Rizk Orthopedics, we diagnose and treat a full range of foot and ankle conditions, including:

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Our focus is always on restoring function while minimizing pain and downtime whenever possible.

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Non-Surgical to Surgical Treatment Options

At Rizk Orthopedics, we treat the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions—arthritis, bunions, plantar fasciitis, deformities, sprains, fractures, instability, and more—with a focus on restoring comfort, strength, and confident movement. Whether your pain started gradually or from an injury, we build a plan around your lifestyle and goals, starting with the least invasive options and advancing to surgery only when necessary.

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Conservative Treatment Options
Conservative (non-surgical) foot and ankle treatments aim to reduce pain and inflammation, restore mobility, and improve stability—often before considering injections or surgery. Common options include:
 

  • Rest + activity modification (reduce impact, avoid aggravating movements)

  • Supportive footwear and shoe changes

  • Orthotics/arch supports (OTC or custom)

  • Bracing or a walking boot for sprains, instability, or flare-ups

  • Physical therapy (stretching, strengthening, balance training)

  • Ice/elevation/compression to reduce swelling

  • Medications like NSAIDs or topical anti-inflammatories (as appropriate)

  • Targeted injections for inflammation/arthritis when needed

  • Platelet Rich Plasma Injections

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Surgical Treatment Options
Conservative care doesn’t always resolve foot or ankle problems especially when pain and instability continue despite consistent treatment. If symptoms persist, or if you’re having repeated sprains, worsening deformity, ongoing swelling, or difficulty walking and doing daily activities, surgery may be the next step when non-surgical options are no longer effective.

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  • Ankle Arthroscopy & Cartilage Repair

  • Ankle & Foot Fracture Repair

  • Achilles Tendon Repair

  • Charcot Reconstruction & Limb Salvage

  • Deformity & Flatfoot Correction

  • Joint Replacement (Ankle & Forefront)

  • Management of Sports Injuries

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

  • Tendon & Ligament Repair

 

Not sure what’s causing your foot or ankle pain? We’ll evaluate your symptoms, imaging, and movement mechanics to pinpoint the source and recommend the right next step—so you can get back to the activities you enjoy.

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Why Trust Rizk Orthopedics with Your Orthopedic Muscle, Bone and Joint Health? 

Finding the right orthopedic care team is one of the most important steps toward a successful recovery. At Rizk Orthopedics, patients receive personalized care guided by board-certified, fellowship-trained specialists who are committed to restoring function and improving quality of life.

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Our approach always begins with exploring conservative, non-surgical treatment options whenever appropriate. When surgery is needed, our team utilizes advanced orthopedic, reconstructive, and sports medicine techniques to tailor each treatment plan to the patient’s injury, activity level, and recovery goals. Whether helping athletes return to competition or supporting patients in regaining comfortable movement in daily life, Rizk Orthopedics is dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care for the Northeast Florida community, including Jacksonville, Cove Springs, and surrounding areas.

Your Foot & Ankle Questions, Answered.

  • You should consider seeing a foot and ankle specialist if pain, swelling, instability, or stiffness persists, worsens, or interferes with walking, work, sports, or daily activities—especially after an injury.

  • No. Many foot and ankle conditions can be successfully treated with non-surgical options such as activity modification, physical therapy, medications, or injections. Surgery is only recommended when conservative care no longer provides relief.

  • We treat a wide range of injuries, including sports injuries, fractures, ligament and tendon injuries, overuse conditions, and traumatic foot and ankle injuries that affect stability and mobility.

FOR FOOT & ANKLE CARE YOU CAN TRUST 

Call Rizk Orthopedics Today


Don’t let foot or ankle pain limit your mobility or daily activities. Schedule a consultation with the Rizk Orthopedics care team to explore personalized treatment options designed to help you walk, move, and stay active comfortably again.

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Patients throughout Jacksonville, Florida and beyond, are welcome to call (904) 731-3131 and schedule an appointment. We look forward to hearing from you! 

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