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 bunion is a foot deformity that affects the joint at the base of the big toe, causing it to shift out of proper alignm...
06/02/2026

A bunion is a foot deformity that affects the joint at the base of the big toe, causing it to shift out of proper alignment and form a visible bump along the side of the foot. This condition usually develops as the big toe leans toward the neighboring toes. It may cause discomfort, swelling, and...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/how-bunions-form-and-progress

In-toeing is a walking pattern in which the feet turn inward instead of pointing straight ahead. One common cause is met...
05/26/2026

In-toeing is a walking pattern in which the feet turn inward instead of pointing straight ahead. One common cause is metatarsus adductus. This condition develops in infancy when the foot is positioned inward while in the uterus. It can also appear later in childhood due to inward twisting of the...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/facts-about-in-toeing-in-children

Diagnosing a diabetic foot ulcer begins with a careful exam of the foot. A podiatrist checks the size, depth, and signs ...
05/19/2026

Diagnosing a diabetic foot ulcer begins with a careful exam of the foot. A podiatrist checks the size, depth, and signs of infection, and looks for problems with blood flow and nerve function. Simple tests include feeling pulses, testing sensation, and observing how you walk. X-rays or other...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/getting-help-for-diabetic-foot-ulcers

Plantar warts are growths that develop on the bottom of the foot, often on weight-bearing areas such as the heel or ball...
05/12/2026

Plantar warts are growths that develop on the bottom of the foot, often on weight-bearing areas such as the heel or ball of the foot. They are caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, which enters the skin through small cuts or breaks. These warts may appear rough and grainy, sometimes with tiny...

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Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid in the body, leading to crystal formation in t...
05/05/2026

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid in the body, leading to crystal formation in the joints. This condition most commonly affects the big toe, but can also affect other parts of the feet and ankles. Gout often begins suddenly with intense pain, redness, warmth,...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/painful-gout-and-its-causes

Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that affects the upper layer of skin on the foot. It often begins between the toes ...
04/21/2026

Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that affects the upper layer of skin on the foot. It often begins between the toes and can spread if not treated properly. Symptoms include white patches, itching, cracked skin, and discomfort that can become painful over time. This condition is commonly caused...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/athlete-s-foot-and-the-role-of-a-podiatrist

Limb salvage focuses on preserving a foot or leg when serious conditions threaten tissue health and function. Podiatric ...
04/14/2026

Limb salvage focuses on preserving a foot or leg when serious conditions threaten tissue health and function. Podiatric care plays a key role in this process, especially for individuals with diabetes, poor circulation, or chronic wounds. Early evaluation allows problems such as ulcers, infection,...

Read more: https://www.altaridgefoot.com/blog/how-podiatric-care-supports-limb-salvage

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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