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Family Foot Care & Dr. Adams Voted Best of Hood County 2025

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:56:01 GMT

Family Foot Care & Dr. Adams

Voted Best of Hood County 2025!

Richard Adams, DPM Voted Best Podiatrist in Hood County!

A special thank you for voting Dr. Adams as the Best Podiatrist in Hood County! This is the third year Dr. Adams has been voted Best Foot Doctor in Hood County.

Family Foot Care Voted Best Podiatrist Office in Hood County!

We are so grateful to our patients for their support and trust in our podiatry team over the last 33 years! Thank you for voting Family Foot Care Best Foot Doctor Office in Hood County for the second year in a row!

Help! I Need Relief From Heel Pain

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 20:26:14 GMT

Why does my heel hurt and what should I do?

Heel pain i s one of the most common foot complaints that affects people of all ages and activity levels. It can range from a dull ache to sharp, stabbing pain that makes it difficult to walk or enjoy daily activities. Rest can alleviate occasional soreness, but persistent heel pain often requires professional care — that’s where a podiatrist comes in.

What Causes Heel Pain?

Family Foot Care treats these common causes of heel pain:

Plantar Fasciitis – Inflammation of the thick band of tissue (plantar fascia) running across the bottom of the foot. You’ll often feel a sharp pain from your first few steps in the morning.
Achilles Tendinitis – Irritation of the Achilles tendon at the back of the heel, often from overuse or tight calf muscles.
Heel Spurs – Bony growths that develop on the heel bone, sometimes linked with plantar fasciitis.
Bursitis – Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion the heel.
Nerve Entrapment or Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome – Compression of foot nerves that can cause heel pain, burning, or tingling.

When should I see a foot doctor for my heel pain?

If heel pain persists, worsens over time, or interferes with walking, it’s best to seek help from a foot doctor aka a podiatrist.

Podiatrists are foot and ankle specialists who can accurately diagnose the problem and create a tailored treatment plan.

At Family Foot Care, our podiatrists, Richard Adams, DPM , Payal Patel, DPM , and Heath O. Jackson, DPM specialize in treating a full range of foot and ankle conditions including heel pain.

How does a podiatrist diagnose heel pain?

A podiatrist begins with a detailed medical history and physical examination of the foot. They may assess:

Tenderness and swelling
Gait (the way you walk)
Footwear and arch support
Flexibility and strength of surrounding muscles

If needed, imaging tests (X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI) may be ordered to rule out fractures, tears, or structural abnormalities.

How is heel pain treated?

At Family Foot Care, our podiatrists prescribe both conservative and advanced treatments to address heel pain, depending on cause and severity. These may include:

Rest and Activity Modification – Reducing strain on the heel to allow healing.
Custom Orthotics – Specially designed shoe inserts to support the arch and redistribute pressure.
Stretching and Physical Therapy – Exercises to improve flexibility, strengthen muscles, and correct gait mechanics.
Anti-inflammatory Measures – Ice therapy, medication, or topical treatments to reduce swelling and pain.
Night Splints – Devices worn during sleep to keep the foot in a stretched position. This can be especially helpful for those suffering from plantar fasciitis.
Foot Injection –Injection containing a corticosteroid (anti-inflammatory) and a local anesthetic.
Minor Procedures or Surgery – This approach is reserved for severe or non-responsive cases, such as removing heel spurs. Endoscopic plantar fasciotomy is a surgical procedure to treat chronic plantar fasciitis by releasing the tight tissue on the bottom of the foot.

Can I Prevent Heel Pain Before It Happens?

Yes! Heel Pain is preventable - here's how:

Wear supportive shoes suited to your activity.
Avoid sudden increases in exercise intensity.
Stretch your calves and feet regularly.
Maintain a healthy weight to reduce pressure on your feet.

Heel pain can disrupt daily life, but with proper care, most people find lasting relief. Early diagnosis and treatment are key to preventing chronic discomfort and getting back on your feet — literally.

If you’re experiencing heel pain and it isn’t improving, request your podiatry appointment at Family Foot Care. We're here to help you get back on your feet.

Request an appointment online or by calling our office at (817) 573-7178.

Family Foot Care & Dr. Adams Voted Best of Hood County 2024

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 23:33:19 GMT

Family Foot Care & Dr. Adams

Voted Best of Hood County 2024!

Richard Adams, DPM Voted Best Podiatrist in Hood County!

A special thank you to all who voted for Dr. Adams as the Best Podiatrist in Hood County once again!

Family Foot Care Voted Best Podiatrist Office in Hood County!

We are so grateful to our patients for their support and trust in our podiatry team over the last 30+ years!

Help! I Need A Foot Doctor

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 21:13:56 GMT

Foot Pain?

It's Time To Visit A Podiatrist

A podiatrist is a doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM), a physician and surgeon who treats the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg. Family Foot Care's 3 podiatrists maintain the highest levels of accreditation in podiatric medicine.

Podiatry Services

Bunions, Foot Surgery, & Everything Between

For over 30 years Family Foot Care has treated patients experiencing toe, foot, and ankle pain. Many times when a patient looks for a local podiatrist, they need relief from chronic heel pain, need bunion relief, or are seeking a foot and ankle specialist. Other times, they are in need of a foot surgeon or a pediatric podiatrist. Our services are not one-size-fits-all.

Meet our Granbury Podiatrists

Richard Adams DPM , Payal Patel DPM, and Heath O. Jackson DPM are all family foot and ankle specialists based in Hood County, Texas. If you’re thinking to yourself, “I need a foot doctor”, or “I need help with my plantar fasciitis" then we are here to help.

" Thank you [Dr Patel] for taking such great care of my wife, Tammy's feet! With her being diabetic , you do an awesome job. See you in a few weeks."

-J

"Took my daughter here to have an ingrown nail removed . The staff was amazing and took their time explaining everything. Dr. Jackson was very gentle and kind to her. Measha was also outstanding. Highly recommend visiting this office."

- Cristin

" Dr. Adams is a fantastic healthcare provider, tops in his field! His staff is wonderful and I would recommend him to anyone - and have."

-George

Award-Winning Foot Care

Voted “ Best Podiatrist in Hood County ”.

Dr. Richard Adams founded Family Foot Care in January, 1992 and has spent the last 30 years providing quality foot care to patients in North Texas - Specifically Fort Worth, Granbury, and Hood County. The practice has continued to grow over the last few years with the additions of Dr. Patel and Dr. Jackson both of whom have earned the trust of our patients.

Sometimes it’s obvious that you need to seek help, but at other times it’s less clear. In reality, many symptoms — even those you can tolerate — may require professional attention to keep the underlying condition from worsening. If you're looking for the best foot care in Granbury, request an appointment with us today .

Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 16:46:01 GMT

Bunions are more than a bump

A common misconception is that a bunion is simply an overgrowth of bone that can be “shaved off”. In reality, a bunion is a complex, 3D deformity caused by an unstable joint in the middle of the foot which allows the metatarsal bone to rotate out of alignment.

Bunions are a progressive disorder and do not go away on their own without surgical correction. Conservative treatments such as bunion pads/splints, toe spacers, orthotics, and wider toe-box shoes can help alleviate pain; but will not fix the problem. However, Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™ can effectively treat bunions of all severities.

How does Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™ work?

Why Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™?

While 87% of bunions are 3D problems with abnormal rotation of the metatarsal bone, the majority of bunion surgery is only 2D and fails to secure the root cause – an unstable joint. When all three-dimensions of a bunion are not addressed, there is a 12X likelihood it will recur.7 That’s why Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™ was developed; to give patients a better outcome.

What should I expect in terms of recovery?

In terms of recovery from the Lapiplasty® Procedure, a typical post-operative protocol is outlined below for the Lapiplasty® Procedure. However, each patient’s post-operative experience can vary and an individual recovery plan will be developed by your doctor based on several factors including additional surgical procedures performed, your specific health condition(s), and the doctor’s preferred post-operative protocol. Only a doctor can advise you on what to expect for your specific condition. Please use our Find a Doctor search tool to consult with a Lapiplasty® surgeon near you.

Want to learn more?

Family Foot Care proudly offers the innovative Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™ Procedure which offers bunion patients many benefits over traditional bunion surgery - including fixing the true, root cause of your bunion: all while enabling you to walk within just days of surgery. Contact our office to find out if you are a candidate for Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™. We are happy to answer any additional questions you might have about the procedure.

Heath O Jackson DPM Joins Practice

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 15:41:06 GMT

Welcome Dr. Jackson!

You may have seen a new face around the Family Foot Care office over the past several months....

We're so excited to welcome Heath O. Jackson DPM to the practice!

Dr. Heath Jackson joined Family Foot Care in 2022. Dr. Jackson graduated from Central College in Pella, Iowa with a B.S. in Biology and a B.S. in Bio-Chemistry.

His podiatric training was at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio where he received a Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. His residency was completed at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, New York.

Dr. Jackson lives in Granbury with his two dogs.

You may request an appointment with Dr Jackson on our website, here or by calling our office at (817) 573-7178 .

Best of Hood County 2022

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 15:35:06 GMT

Winner! Best of Hood County 2022

Richard Adams DPM Voted Best Podiatrist/Foot Doctor in Hood County

A special thank you to all who voted for Dr. Adams and to Hood County News for the opportunity. We are so grateful to our patients for their support and trust in our podiatry team over the last 30 years!

Congratulations to all of Best of Hood County winners for 2022.

Welcome to Family Foot Care

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 18:42:12 GMT

At Family Foot Care, we believe that comfort, confidence, and care should follow you wherever your feet take you.

Family Podiatry in North Texas

Our Story

Family Foot Care was founded by Richard M. Adams, DPM in 1992 serving Granbury, Texas and surrounding areas. His mission was simple: provide families in the Granbury area with exceptional foot and ankle care. In 2017, the podiatry practice expanded when Payal R. Patel, DPM joined the Family Foot Care team.

Podiatry Services

Your family’s foot care is our priority.

Our podiatrists specialize in treating a full range of foot and ankle conditions and our staff maintains the highest levels of accreditation. We stay up-to-date on the latest podiatry care and offer innovative services like bunion lapiplasty, minimally invasive ankle surgery, and more. We look forward to helping your family comfortably, confidently, and carefully get back on their feet!

Family Foot Care celebrates 30 Years

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:46:04 GMT

Read more about how our podiatry clinic has grown since its founding in 1992.

We're celebrating 30 Toe-Riffic Years in 2022!

Originally published by Hood County News.

Diagnosing Plantar Fasciitis

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 12:46:04 GMT

Watch Dr. Adams' interview with Nellie Scuitto on Dallas Fresh. In it, he discusses Family Foot Care's approach to diagnosing and treating plantar fasciitis.

Please note,: Family Foot Care currently has one office located in Granbury, Texas.

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Family Foot Care & Dr. Adams Voted Best of Hood County 2025

Family Foot Care & Dr. Adams

Voted Best of Hood County 2025!

Richard Adams, DPM Voted Best Podiatrist in Hood County!

Family Foot Care Voted Best Podiatrist Office in Hood County!

Help! I Need Relief From Heel Pain

Why does my heel hurt and what should I do?

What Causes Heel Pain?

Family Foot Care treats these common causes of heel pain:

When should I see a foot doctor for my heel pain?

How does a podiatrist diagnose heel pain?

A podiatrist begins with a detailed medical history and physical examination of the foot. They may assess:

How is heel pain treated?

At Family Foot Care, our podiatrists prescribe both conservative and advanced treatments to address heel pain, depending on cause and severity. These may include:

Can I Prevent Heel Pain Before It Happens?

Yes! Heel Pain is preventable - here's how:

If you’re experiencing heel pain and it isn’t improving, request your podiatry appointment at Family Foot Care. We're here to help you get back on your feet.

Request an appointment online or by calling our office at (817) 573-7178.

Family Foot Care & Dr. Adams Voted Best of Hood County 2024

Family Foot Care & Dr. Adams

Voted Best of Hood County 2024!

Richard Adams, DPM Voted Best Podiatrist in Hood County!

Family Foot Care Voted Best Podiatrist Office in Hood County!

Help! I Need A Foot Doctor

Foot Pain?

It's Time To Visit A Podiatrist

Podiatry Services

Bunions, Foot Surgery, & Everything Between

Meet our Granbury Podiatrists

" Thank you [Dr Patel] for taking such great care of my wife, Tammy's feet! With her being diabetic , you do an awesome job. See you in a few weeks."

-J

"Took my daughter here to have an ingrown nail removed . The staff was amazing and took their time explaining everything. Dr. Jackson was very gentle and kind to her. Measha was also outstanding. Highly recommend visiting this office."

- Cristin

" Dr. Adams is a fantastic healthcare provider, tops in his field! His staff is wonderful and I would recommend him to anyone - and have."

﻿ -George

Award-Winning Foot Care

Voted “ Best Podiatrist in Hood County ”.

Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™

Bunions are more than a bump

How does Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™ work?

Why Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™?

What should I expect in terms of recovery?

Want to learn more?

Heath O Jackson DPM Joins Practice

Welcome Dr. Jackson!

Best of Hood County 2022

Winner! Best of Hood County 2022

Richard Adams DPM Voted Best Podiatrist/Foot Doctor in Hood County

Welcome to Family Foot Care

At Family Foot Care, we believe that comfort, confidence, and care should follow you wherever your feet take you.

Family Podiatry in North Texas

Our Story

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Podiatry Services

Your family’s foot care is our priority.

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Family Foot Care celebrates 30 Years

Diagnosing Plantar Fasciitis

-George