RICHARD JOHNSTON, MD, provides foot and ankle care in SAINT LOUIS, MO. RICHARD's practice includes Ankle Replacement, Achilles Repair, Plantar Fasciitis Treatment, Bunion Surgery, treating patients from initial consultation through post-treatment recovery.
An Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon completes an additional 1-year fellowship after their 5-year orthopedic surgery residency, focusing exclusively on disorders of the foot and ankle. They specialize in ankle replacement, complex fractures, Achilles repair, flatfoot reconstruction, and sports-related foot and ankle injuries.
For more information about ankle replacement, achilles repair, plantar fasciitis treatment, bunion surgery, contact RICHARD JOHNSTON at (314) 514-3500. RICHARD sees patients at 3009 N BALLAS RD in SAINT LOUIS.
Total ankle replacement (arthroplasty) replaces a damaged ankle joint with metal and plastic components, preserving natural ankle motion unlike ankle fusion. Modern implants last 10-15+ years and are ideal for patients with severe ankle arthritis who want to maintain mobility.
Achilles tendon repair surgery reconnects a torn Achilles tendon — the largest and strongest tendon in the body. Both open and minimally invasive (percutaneous) techniques are available. Early repair gives the best outcomes, with most patients returning to full activity in 6-12 months.
Plantar fasciitis treatment addresses inflammation of the thick band of tissue running across the bottom of the foot. Most cases resolve with conservative care — stretching, orthotics, physical therapy, and injections. Surgery (plantar fascia release) is reserved for cases that fail 6-12 months of non-surgical treatment.
Bunion surgery (bunionectomy) corrects the bony bump at the base of the big toe by realigning the metatarsal bone. Modern techniques include minimally invasive approaches with smaller incisions and faster recovery. Over 100,000 bunion surgeries are performed annually in the US.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact RICHARD JOHNSTON at (314) 514-3500 for a consultation.
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