Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley

Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley We believe that prompt diagnosis and early intervention are essential for the care and treatment of your feet. Call one of our offices today!

At Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley, podiatrists Christine Dalrymple, DPM, Kathleen O’Keefe, DPM, Kelly Noonan, DPM, Jyothi Amin, DPM, and Sara Putnam, DPM are dedicated to providing patients with comprehensive medical care of the foot and ankle. We understand the importance of quality podiatric services and specialize in both conservative and surgical treatments for all foot problems including diabetic wounds, tendonitis, bunions, heel pain, and sports injuries. We pride ourselves on providing state of the art technology such as Laser treatment for unsightly toenails and plantar warts, EPAT and MLS Laser treatments for chronic foot pain and soft tissue inflammation, Swift, a pioneering new microwave therapy for treating soft tissue lesions including warts and custom orthotics. You will benefit from our dedicated trained professionals who give you the individualized attention you deserve. Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley two convenient locations, accepts most insurance plans and welcomes new patients.

A lateral ankle sprain occurs when the ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched or torn after the foot rolls ...
01/20/2026

A lateral ankle sprain occurs when the ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched or torn after the foot rolls inward unexpectedly. This often happens during sports, quick changes in direction, or simple missteps on uneven ground. The most commonly affected tissue is the ligament at the front of the outer ankle, which is more vulnerable to...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/injuries-to-the-outer-ligaments-of-the-ankle

Wearing the right shoes for construction jobs is essential for keeping feet protected from daily workplace dangers. Cons...
01/13/2026

Wearing the right shoes for construction jobs is essential for keeping feet protected from daily workplace dangers. Construction sites often involve heavy materials, sharp objects, and wet or uneven surfaces that can place feet at risk. Waterproof boots help keep feet dry and comfortable, reducing skin irritation and fatigue during long workdays. S...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/wearing-the-right-shoes-for-construction-jobs

Mid-foot pain can occur at any age, but its causes often change as people move through life. Children may feel soreness ...
01/06/2026

Mid-foot pain can occur at any age, but its causes often change as people move through life. Children may feel soreness from growth-related issues, and teens or young adults may develop pain from sports, jumping, or repetitive impact. Adults frequently notice mid-foot discomfort from overuse or shoes that do not support the arch well. As people get...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/managing-mid-foot-pain-through-different-stages-of-life

Plantar warts are skin growths on the bottom of the foot caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, which enters throug...
12/30/2025

Plantar warts are skin growths on the bottom of the foot caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, which enters through tiny cuts or weak spots in the skin. They may appear as small, rough, grainy lesions that interrupt the normal lines of the skin, sometimes with tiny dark spots inside. Plantar warts can feel tender or painful while standing or ...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/managing-plantar-warts

Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain in active children, particularly during growth spurts when the heel bone ...
12/23/2025

Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain in active children, particularly during growth spurts when the heel bone develops faster than the surrounding soft tissues. Symptoms include limping after sports, avoiding pressure on the heel, or walking on their toes to reduce discomfort. It may feel like a sharp ache at the back of the heel that wor...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/growing-feet-and-aching-heels

An Achilles tendon rupture is a sudden injury that affects the back of the ankle and makes it hard to push off the foot ...
12/16/2025

An Achilles tendon rupture is a sudden injury that affects the back of the ankle and makes it hard to push off the foot or rise onto the toes. The Achilles tendon can tear when the ankle bends upward as the calf tightens during a quick start, stop, or jump. People often feel sharp pain, swelling, or weakness. A podiatrist can diagnose the injury th...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/dealing-with-an-achilles-tendon-rupture

Winter sports offer excitement and exercise, but cold weather increases the risk of foot and ankle injuries. Cold temper...
12/09/2025

Winter sports offer excitement and exercise, but cold weather increases the risk of foot and ankle injuries. Cold temperatures can reduce muscle flexibility, slow reaction time, and decrease circulation, making ankles more prone to twists, sprains, and strains. Skiing often leads to injuries from falls, improper technique, or equipment that does no...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/preventing-winter-sports-foot-and-ankle-injuries

Pain on the outer side of the foot can sometimes signal an avulsion fracture, also called a pseudo Jones fracture. This ...
12/02/2025

Pain on the outer side of the foot can sometimes signal an avulsion fracture, also called a pseudo Jones fracture. This type of injury affects the base of the fifth metatarsal, which is the long bone below the pinky toe. The fracture happens when a tendon pulls a small piece of bone away from its attachment. The injury can occur after a sudden twis...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/outer-foot-pain-can-be-an-avulsion-fracture

Toe pain can result from a variety of conditions that affect daily comfort and mobility. Gout is a type of arthritis tha...
11/25/2025

Toe pain can result from a variety of conditions that affect daily comfort and mobility. Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden, severe pain, swelling, and redness in the toes. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can lead to joint inflammation, stiffness, and chronic discomfort. Diabetes can cause nerve damage, numbness, or infections t...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/why-does-my-toe-hurt

The human foot is a complex structure made up of bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments that work together to support mov...
11/18/2025

The human foot is a complex structure made up of bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments that work together to support movement and balance. It contains the tarsal bones in the rear and midfoot, the metatarsals in the arch and forefoot, and the phalanges that form the toes. These bones connect through joints that allow smooth motion while walking or ...

Read more: https://www.wefixyourfeet.com/blog/the-anatomy-of-the-foot

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451 Andover Street, Ste 209
North Andover, MA
01845

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Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 1pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

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Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley

At the Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley, podiatrists Teresa Burtoft, DPM, Christine Dalrymple, DPM, and Kathleen O’Keefe, DPM are dedicated to providing patients with comprehensive medical care of the foot and ankle. We understand the importance of quality podiatric services and specialize in both conservative and surgical treatments for all foot problems including diabetic wounds, tendonitis, bunions, heel pain, and sports injuries. We pride ourselves on providing state of the art technology such as Laser treatment for unsightly toenails and plantar warts and EPAT and MLS Laser treatments for acute and chronic foot pain. We believe that prompt diagnosis and early intervention are essential for the care and treatment of your feet. You will benefit from our dedicated trained professionals who give you the individualized attention you deserve.

Foot Health Center of Merrimack Valley has two convenient locations, accepts most insurance plans and welcomes new patients. Call one of our offices today!

North Andover: (978) 686-7623 Tewksbury: (978) 640-1010