Warrenton Foot and Ankle

(540) 347-9393

Fair Oaks Foot and Ankle

(703) 264-0500

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Osteoporosis, which means “porous bone,” is a condition in which bones become weak and thin due to lack of calcium. People with osteoporosis have an increased risk of bone fractures (breaks). 

Osteoporosis is often called the “silent disease” because many people do not realize they have it. However, pain can occur when a bone becomes so weak that it breaks. 

Osteoporosis is most commonly seen in women over age 50, but younger people and men can also have it. While the bones of the spine, hip, and wrist are the most common bones to become fractured as a result of osteoporosis, metatarsals and other bones in the feet can be affected. In fact, some people first find out they have osteoporosis because of a fracture in the foot.

Increased pain with walking, accompanied by redness and swelling on the top of the foot, is a sign that you should see a foot and ankle surgeon for x-rays and examination.

Additional information can be found by reading Toe and Metatarsal Fractures.

Office Hours

Fair Oaks Foot and Ankle

Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Telephones answered 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday

Warrenton Foot and Ankle

Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Telephones answered 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday


Our Locations

Fair Oaks Foot and Ankle

3700 Joseph Siewick Dr., Suite 200
Fairfax VA, 22033
Tel: 703-264-0500
Fax: 703-264-0501

Next to INOVA Fair Oaks Hospital

Warrenton Foot and Ankle

400-D Hospital Dr.
Warrenton VA, 20186
Tel: 540-347-9393
Fax: 540-347-9398

Next to Fauquier Hospital