Advanced Carolina Foot and Ankle Center, PLLC

Advanced Carolina Foot and Ankle Center, PLLC Advanced Carolina Foot and Ankle Center is dedicated to providing the best in foot and ankle care. Your foot and ankle health is our top priority.

The dedicated doctors and staff at Advanced Carolina Foot and Ankle Center are glad to offer you our podiatry services and expertise. If you are experiencing any sort of foot or ankle discomfort call or visit our website www.acfac.net to schedule your appointment today.

Gout is a form of arthritis that often affects the big toe, causing sudden and intense pain that may begin overnight. Th...
04/07/2026

Gout is a form of arthritis that often affects the big toe, causing sudden and intense pain that may begin overnight. The joint can become red, swollen, and warm, making even light pressure from a sheet feel uncomfortable. It may look visibly inflamed and feel stiff, limiting movement during a...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/sudden-toe-pain-can-signal-something-more.html

Sesamoiditis affects the small sesamoid bones located beneath the big toe joint. These bones help support movement and a...
03/31/2026

Sesamoiditis affects the small sesamoid bones located beneath the big toe joint. These bones help support movement and absorb pressure when walking and running. Sesamoiditis is considered a cause of pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot. Signs of this condition may include tenderness under...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/understanding-sesamoiditis-and-forefoot-pain.html

Haglund’s deformity is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel where the Achilles tendon attaches. This bump can beco...
03/24/2026

Haglund’s deformity is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel where the Achilles tendon attaches. This bump can become irritated when it rubs against stiff shoes, especially those with rigid backs such as dress shoes, pumps, or skates. People often notice redness, swelling, or a tender bump on...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/the-bump-behind-the-heel-called-haglunds-deformity.html

High heels may look stylish, but they can place heavy strain on the feet and the rest of the body. When the heel is lift...
03/17/2026

High heels may look stylish, but they can place heavy strain on the feet and the rest of the body. When the heel is lifted, body weight shifts forward onto the ball of the foot. This added pressure can lead to pain, bunions, curled toes, thickened skin, and burning sensations in the front of the...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/high-heels-and-damage-to-the-feet.html

Do you suffer from heel pain when you get up in the morning? If so, you should seek professional help and have a proper ...
03/11/2026

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.

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/heel-pain-can-be-treated-6.html

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries among female basketball players. The fast pace of the game requires re...
03/10/2026

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries among female basketball players. The fast pace of the game requires repeated jumping, sudden direction changes, and quick stops, which place high stress on the ankle joint. An ankle sprain occurs when the ligaments, which are strong bands of tissue...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/ankle-sprains-among-female-basketball-players.html

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when nerves outside the brain and spinal cord are damaged, disrupting communication with th...
03/03/2026

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when nerves outside the brain and spinal cord are damaged, disrupting communication with the feet. Many patients first notice numbness, tingling, burning, or sharp shooting pain that often begins in the toes and gradually spreads upward. Reduced sensation can make it...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/symptoms-and-causes-of-peripheral-neuropathy.html

Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an autoimmune condition that causes the immune system to attack the lining of the joints...
02/24/2026

Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an autoimmune condition that causes the immune system to attack the lining of the joints, leading to chronic inflammation. The feet and ankles are commonly affected because they contain many small joints that bear body weight. Persistent swelling, pain, warmth, and...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/how-rheumatoid-arthritis-affects-the-feet-and-ankles.html

Healing from a broken ankle depends on fracture type, stability, and proper medical guidance. In certain cases, controll...
02/17/2026

Healing from a broken ankle depends on fracture type, stability, and proper medical guidance. In certain cases, controlled walking introduced at the right time can encourage bone repair by improving blood flow and maintaining joint mobility. Gentle weight bearing may also reduce muscle weakness and...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/walking-and-healing-after-a-broken-ankle.html

Ankle osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage lining the ankle joint wears down, limiting smooth motion and shock absor...
02/10/2026

Ankle osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage lining the ankle joint wears down, limiting smooth motion and shock absorption. Symptoms include deep ankle pain that increases with walking or standing, and stiffness after periods of rest. Swelling, reduced flexibility, and difficulty maintaining a...

Read more: https://acfac.net/blog/symptoms-and-treatment-of-ankle-osteoarthritis.html

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516 Village Court
Garner, NC
27529

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 1pm

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Advanced Foot and Ankle Center

Advanced Carolina Foot and Ankle Center is dedicated to providing the best in foot and ankle care. Our practice has 2 locations to serve the communities of Garner and Kenansville, NC. Our podiatrist, Dr. Chukwuma Ukata, treats a variety of general podiatric conditions including heel pain, ingrown toenails, and bunions. He also specializes in diabetic foot care and orthotics.

Call today! Garner: (919) 661-4150 or Kenansville: (910) 296-0300