Dr. Elton Answers Your Questions in the "Ask the Doctor" Series

Dr. Elton recently sat down with Vail Valley Live as part of a new “Ask the Doctor” series!

In this video, he discusses foot and ankle injuries during the ski season and addresses some of the most commonly asked questions, including:

On a scale of 1-10, how bad is it that my Achilles tendon hurts after a day on the mountain?
Will skiing make my arthritis worse?
What are the most common foot and ankle injuries you see in the winter?
I’m a cross-country skier and often have pain in the ball of my foot. How do I know if I have metatarsalgia?

Dr. Elton also shares valuable tips to help prevent foot and ankle injuries before they occur.

Is Foot or Ankle Pain Impacting Your Day on the Slopes?

Contact Dr. Elton and his team at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery today. From diagnosis to treatment, Team Elton will work closely with you to develop a personalized care plan that meets your unique needs and helps get you back on the slopes as quickly as possible.

Dr. Elton sees patients at clinics in Edwards, Vail, and Frisco! Call (970) 476-7220 to schedule an appointment or submit a request online.