Alta Ridge Foot Specialists

Alta Ridge Foot Specialists Alta Ridge Foot Specialists in North Carolina provides expert and comprehensive medical and surgical foot care for patients of all ages.

Rob van Brederode, DPM, W. Aaron Broyles, DPM, and Thomas Verla, DPM of Alta Ridge Foot Specialists provide comprehensive foot and ankle care to our patients in North Carolina. We treat foot and ankle problems of adults and children of all ages. Our specialized training and state-of-the-art technology ensure that each patient receives expert treatment for excellent outcomes. Our practice provides

podiatric medicine and foot surgery. We specialize in sports medicine, resolving heel pain, and children’s foot problems. At Alta Ridge Foot Specialists, we treat a wide variety of foot ailments including plantar fasciitis, bunions, corns and calluses, toenail fungus, ingrown toenails, hammertoes, warts, and nerve pain. We also specialize in ankle injuries. Dr. van Brederode and Dr. Broyles are board-certified in foot surgery. We use both in-office and hospital facilities to address bunions, neuromas, skin lesions, bone spurs, foot and ankle fractures, tendon repair, and flatfoot reconstruction. Along with an expert and excellent medical and surgical care, we offer kindness and respect for each individual patient. After an accurate diagnosis, we will devise a treatment plan unique to you and your foot problem. For the ease of our patients, we have three offices in western North Carolina: Mars Hill, Spruce Pine, and Boone. Each has convenient office hours and ample parking. We accept Medicare and most major insurance plans. Please call us for an appointment or contact us through the website.

A broken foot occurs when one or more bones in the foot crack or break. With many bones working together to support body...
09/01/2026

A broken foot occurs when one or more bones in the foot crack or break. With many bones working together to support body weight and movement, a fracture can make walking difficult and painful. Foot fractures may result from a fall, direct impact, or other injury. Some fractures can also develop...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/podiatric-care-for-a-broken-foot

Cuboid syndrome is a foot condition that affects the cuboid bone, which is located on the outer side of the midfoot. Thi...
08/25/2026

Cuboid syndrome is a foot condition that affects the cuboid bone, which is located on the outer side of the midfoot. This small bone plays an important role in maintaining foot stability and supporting normal walking mechanics. Cuboid syndrome occurs when the bone becomes partially displaced or...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/cuboid-syndrome-and-lateral-midfoot-pain

Do you suffer from heel pain when you get up in the morning? If so, you should seek professional help and have a proper ...
08/23/2026

Do you suffer from heel pain when you get up in the morning? If so, you should seek professional help and have a proper diagnosis performed. Heel pain can be caused by several different foot-related conditions.

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A foot stress fracture is a small crack in a bone caused by repeated pressure. It develops when bone tissue breaks down ...
08/18/2026

A foot stress fracture is a small crack in a bone caused by repeated pressure. It develops when bone tissue breaks down faster than the body can rebuild it. Runners, dancers, and athletes in high-impact sports face greater risk. A sudden increase in training can place too much strain on the feet...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/causes-and-treatment-of-foot-stress-fractures

Heel pain can make every step uncomfortable and interfere with work, exercise, and daily activities. The discomfort some...
08/04/2026

Heel pain can make every step uncomfortable and interfere with work, exercise, and daily activities. The discomfort sometimes begins gradually, but it can also start after an injury. Pain near the bottom of the heel frequently points to plantar fasciitis. This results from repetitive stress of the...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/types-and-causes-of-heel-pain

Swollen feet during pregnancy are a common condition that develops as the body adapts to support a growing baby. This sw...
07/21/2026

Swollen feet during pregnancy are a common condition that develops as the body adapts to support a growing baby. This swelling, known as edema, occurs when excess fluid collects in the tissues of the feet and ankles. Hormonal changes play a major role, as they cause blood vessels to relax and can...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/causes-of-swollen-feet-during-pregnancy

Falls are a leading cause of foot and ankle injuries, especially in active adults and aging populations. These injuries ...
07/14/2026

Falls are a leading cause of foot and ankle injuries, especially in active adults and aging populations. These injuries occur when sudden impact or awkward positioning places stress on the ankle joint. The joint functions as a hinge that allows movement while maintaining stability. When a fall...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/why-falls-lead-to-foot-and-ankle-injuries

Address

440 Altapass Highway
Spruce Pine, NC
28777

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+18287667667

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