Prairie Rock Foot and Ankle Clinic

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Prairie Rock Clinic Knows Feet and Ankles

Prairie Rock is all about our podiatrists and staff complete dedication to healthy feet and ankles - from where YOU stand. Our board certified physicians are happy to answer questions about foot and ankle health as it pertains to you, and then offer excellent treatment options. Our staff is like our family, they reflect the core values and dedication to superior patient care that the Prairie Rock physicians provide.

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Dr.

Elizabeth Hofmeister

Dr. Elizabeth Hofmeister was born and raised in Norfolk, Nebraska. She received her Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Nebraska in 1987.
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Rebecca J. Hodulik

Dr. Rebecca Hodulik was born and raised in Oregon, Ohio. She received her Bachelors of Science degree from The Ohio State University in 1992.
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Synovitis

Synovitis is inflammation of the tissues that line a joint. It is commonly associated with specific diseases such as arthritis or gout, but may also be the result of overuse or trauma. Symptoms of synovitis may include redness, swelling, warmth, and pain with joint motion.Evaluation by a foot and ankle ...
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Wounds/Ulcers

Ulcers, which are open sores in the skin, occur when the outer layers of the skin are injured and the deeper tissues become exposed. They can be caused by excess pressure due to ill-fitting shoes, long periods in bed, or after an injury that breaks the skin. Ulcers are commonly seen in patients who have ...
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Brachymetatarsia

Brachymetatarsia is a condition in which one of the bones in the front of the foot is significantly shorter than the others. Although it may affect any of the five metatarsals, it most commonly affects the fourth metatarsal. Looking at the foot, it might appear that the fourth toe itself is shorter than ...
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Joint Pain in the Foot

The foot contains 26 bones and more than 30 joints. Many people experience pain involving one or more of these joints. The pain may be accompanied by swelling, tenderness, stiffness, redness, bruising, and/or increased warmth over the affected joints. Joint pain may be caused by trauma, infection, inflammation, ...
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Fractures of the Calcaneus (Heel Bone Fractures)

What is the Calcaneus? The calcaneus, also called the heel bone, is a large bone that forms the foundation of the rear part of the foot. The calcaneus connects with the talus and cuboid bones. The connection between the talus and calcaneus forms the subtalar joint. This joint is important for normal ...
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Intermetatarsal Neuroma

What Is a Neuroma?A neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue that may develop in various parts of the body. The most common neuroma in the foot is a Morton’s neuroma, which occurs between the third and fourth toes. It is sometimes referred to as an intermetatarsal neuroma. “Intermetatarsal” describes ...
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Frostbite

Frostbite occurs when a body part is exposed to extreme cold. If conditions are cold enough for the water within the tissues to freeze and form ice crystals, cell death can occur. The feet, hands, ears and nose are particularly prone to frostbite due to their location away from the body’s core. Mild ...
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Bone Healing

How Does a Bone Heal? All broken bones go through the same healing process. This is true whether a bone has been cut as part of a surgical procedure or fractured through an injury. The bone healing process has three overlapping stages: inflammation, bone production, and bone remodeling. Inflammation ...
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Custom Orthotic Devices

Custom orthotics are medical devices prescribed by a foot and ankle surgeon. These shoe inserts, which support and align the foot and lower extremities, are formed by making a plaster mold of the foot. Additional valuable information:Pediatric FlatfootHeel PainPTTDFlexible Flatfoot ...
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Inflammation: Acute

What Is Acute Inflammation? Inflammation is the body’s normal protective response to an injury, irritation, or surgery. This natural “defense” process brings increased blood flow to the area, resulting in an accumulation of fluid. As the body mounts this protective response, the symptoms of inflammation ...
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Tuesday:

9:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

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