Salem Foot Care

Salem Foot Care Salem Foot Care is a bustling rural practice that gives high quality foot and ankle care to all their patients.

Heel bone spurs are growths that form on the underside or back of the heel, often developing gradually due to repeated s...
04/07/2026

Heel bone spurs are growths that form on the underside or back of the heel, often developing gradually due to repeated strain on the foot. They are commonly associated with plantar fasciitis, where ongoing tension on the plantar fascia leads to calcium deposits building up over time. Many people do...

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Improving toe point in ballet requires consistent, well-structured foot stretching to build strength and flexibility. Da...
03/31/2026

Improving toe point in ballet requires consistent, well-structured foot stretching to build strength and flexibility. Dancers should focus on isolating each part of the foot while pointing the toes, moving from the ankle through the arch to the toes for better control. The piano stretch involves...

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A fifth metatarsal fracture is a break in the long bone on the outside of the foot that connects to the little toe. This...
03/24/2026

A fifth metatarsal fracture is a break in the long bone on the outside of the foot that connects to the little toe. This injury often occurs after a sudden twist of the foot, a misstep on uneven ground, or direct impact during sports. Patients usually notice sharp pain along the outer side of the...

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Pressure ulcers on the feet, heels, and ankles are skin injuries caused by constant pressure that reduces blood flow to ...
03/10/2026

Pressure ulcers on the feet, heels, and ankles are skin injuries caused by constant pressure that reduces blood flow to the area. They are more common in people who spend long periods in bed or in a wheelchair. Early signs include skin that looks red, purple, or blue and does not turn white when...

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Athlete’s foot is a common fungal skin infection that affects the feet and thrives in warm and moist environments. It of...
02/17/2026

Athlete’s foot is a common fungal skin infection that affects the feet and thrives in warm and moist environments. It often develops between the toes and can cause itching, redness, scaling, and burning discomfort. Swimmers are especially at risk because fungi spread easily in pools, locker rooms,...

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Non-injury foot pain refers to discomfort that develops without a clear cause and can appear suddenly during daily activ...
02/10/2026

Non-injury foot pain refers to discomfort that develops without a clear cause and can appear suddenly during daily activities or even at rest. This type of foot pain may feel sharp, burning, aching, or electric in nature. Common causes include inflammation of soft tissues like the plantar fascia or...

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A high ankle sprain is an injury to the ligaments that connect the lower leg bones above the ankle joint, and help stabi...
02/03/2026

A high ankle sprain is an injury to the ligaments that connect the lower leg bones above the ankle joint, and help stabilize the ankle during movement. These injuries are described as mild, moderate, or severe based on ligament damage and joint stability. High ankle sprains often occur from sudden...

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1505 River Street
Wilkesboro, NC
28697

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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Salem Foot Care

Salem Foot Care is a bustling rural practice that gives high quality foot and ankle care to all their patients. Serving the communities in and around Wilkesboro, NC, podiatrists Scott A. Matthews, DPM, MD, and Walter J. Falardeau III, DPM, are both certified podiatrists and expert foot surgeons. They treat a variety of conditions such as bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, and diabetic foot care.

Salem Foot Care accepts most insurance plans and welcomes new patients. If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, call today! (336) 667-2015