Eastern Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists

Eastern Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists At Eastern Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists, we devote time and effort into our practice by providi

Eastern Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists is a full service facility dedicated to the care and treatment of the foot and ankle. We offer same day appointments, in-office x-rays and a variety of other services. It is your "One Stop Location" for care of the foot and ankle. Our Board Certified/Board Eligible physicians are dedicated to the field of Podiatry and have extensive training in all aspects

of foot and ankle care, from surgery and trauma to routine care and biomechanics. We offer convenient appointment times and work with your primary care provider to ensure coordinated care of your problem. Our modern, fully furnished office includes, in-house x-rays and surgical privileges to local hospitals and surgery centers. We also staff outpatient clinics in Windsor (Bertie Memorial Hospital) and Ahoskie (Northeast Carolina Diabetes Center). We are on staff at East Carolina University - Brody School of Medicine, as part of ECU Physicians, Department of Endocrinology at the Problem Foot Clinic.

A bunion is a bony deformity that develops at the base of the big toe. The top of the toe points toward the smaller toes...
04/28/2026

A bunion is a bony deformity that develops at the base of the big toe. The top of the toe points toward the smaller toes and the joint shifts outward. This structural change can lead to pain, inflammation, swelling, and difficulty wearing certain shoes. The misalignment may worsen and affect...

Read more: https://www.ecfanc.com/blog/bunions-and-how-they-affect-foot-structure.html

Ankle sprains are acute injuries that commonly affect athletes, especially in sports such as basketball, football, and s...
04/21/2026

Ankle sprains are acute injuries that commonly affect athletes, especially in sports such as basketball, football, and soccer. They often occur when the foot twists or rolls unexpectedly, placing stress on the ligaments on the outer side of the ankle. This can happen during jumping, cutting, or...

Read more: https://www.ecfanc.com/blog/acute-ankle-trauma-in-athletes.html

Swollen feet and ankles can develop from several underlying causes. Cardiovascular conditions may affect circulation and...
03/31/2026

Swollen feet and ankles can develop from several underlying causes. Cardiovascular conditions may affect circulation and lead to fluid buildup, while hormonal changes can increase fluid retention in the body. Certain medications and infections may also trigger swelling and discomfort. Symptoms...

Read more: https://www.ecfanc.com/blog/causes-of-swollen-feet-and-ankles.html

Ankle pain can occur when the bones, ligaments, tendons, or joints in the ankle become injured or irritated. The ankle j...
03/24/2026

Ankle pain can occur when the bones, ligaments, tendons, or joints in the ankle become injured or irritated. The ankle joint connects the leg to the foot. It forms where the shin bone, calf bone, and a bone in the foot meet and move together. This type of joint allows the foot to bend up and down...

Read more: https://www.ecfanc.com/blog/causes-of-ankle-pain.html

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that often affects the big toe. It develops when there is too much uric acid in...
03/17/2026

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that often affects the big toe. It develops when there is too much uric acid in the blood. Uric acid is a waste product that can form sharp crystals inside a joint. These crystals irritate the joint lining and cause sudden pain. Many attacks begin at night...

Read more: https://www.ecfanc.com/blog/symptoms-and-stages-of-gout.html

Diabetes can have a significant impact on blood flow to the legs and feet. Over time, elevated blood sugar levels damage...
03/10/2026

Diabetes can have a significant impact on blood flow to the legs and feet. Over time, elevated blood sugar levels damage blood vessels, causing them to narrow and stiffen. This reduces circulation to the lower extremities, and limits the delivery of oxygen and nutrients needed for healthy tissue...

Read more: https://www.ecfanc.com/blog/when-diabetes-reduces-blood-flow-to-the-feet.html

An ankle sprain occurs when the ligaments that support the ankle are stretched or torn, often after a sudden twist, roll...
03/03/2026

An ankle sprain occurs when the ligaments that support the ankle are stretched or torn, often after a sudden twist, roll, or awkward landing. This injury is common in athletes but can happen to anyone walking on uneven ground or wearing unstable footwear. The ankle may swell quickly and appear...

Read more: https://www.ecfanc.com/blog/when-a-simple-misstep-leads-to-an-ankle-sprain.html

Sesamoiditis is a painful condition involving irritation and inflammation of the tendons surrounding the sesamoid bones....
02/24/2026

Sesamoiditis is a painful condition involving irritation and inflammation of the tendons surrounding the sesamoid bones. These are small bones located beneath the big toe joint that help absorb weight and assist with movement when walking and running. The condition develops from repetitive stress,...

Read more: https://www.ecfanc.com/blog/sesamoiditis-and-pain-relief.html

Address

2140 West Arlington Boulevard, Suite D
Greenville, NC
27834

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12528301000

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