About Great Lakes Podiatry

Dr. Jake Eisenschink

Dr. Jake Eisenschink grew up in Manitowoc, WI. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. He attended Des Moines University for medical school and completed his residency training at Ascension St. John Hospital in Detroit.

Dr. Rachelle

Dr. Rachelle was born and raised right here in Escanaba. She graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in Biochemistry. She also attended Des Moines University for medical school. Her residency training was completed in Southfield, MI at Ascension Providence Hospital.

Foot and Ankle Procedures

Our foot and ankle surgical services focus on relieving pain, restoring function, correcting deformities, and helping patients return to the activities they enjoy. We offer comprehensive treatment options ranging from conservative care to advanced reconstructive surgery, total ankle replacement, and minimally invasive procedures.

Ankle Procedures

• Total Ankle Replacement – Replacing a damaged ankle joint with an artificial joint to relieve pain while preserving ankle motion.
• Ankle Fusion (Arthrodesis) – Fusing the ankle joint to reduce pain and improve stability in patients with advanced arthritis.
• Ankle Arthroscopy – Using small incisions and a camera to diagnose and treat problems inside the ankle joint.
• Ankle Fracture Repair – Surgical stabilization of broken ankle bones using plates, screws, and other fixation devices.
• Chronic Ankle Instability Repair – Reconstructing or tightening damaged ligaments to improve ankle stability.
• Achilles Tendon Repair – Repairing torn or ruptured Achilles tendons.
• Osteochondral Lesion Repair – Treating cartilage and bone injuries within the ankle joint.
• Ankle Arthritis Surgery – Surgical treatment options for painful arthritis and joint degeneration.
  

Ankle Procedures

• Flatfoot Reconstruction – Correcting acquired or congenital flatfoot deformities to improve alignment, stability, and function.
  
• Adult-Acquired Flatfoot Reconstruction – Reconstructing the tendons, ligaments, and bones involved in progressive arch collapse.
  
• Hindfoot Fusion Procedures – Fusing joints in the back of the foot to treat arthritis, deformity, and instability.
  
• Calcaneal Osteotomy – Realigning the heel bone to correct deformity and improve foot mechanics.
  
• Charcot Reconstruction – Reconstructive surgery for severe foot and ankle deformities associated with neuropathy.
  
• Cavus Foot Reconstruction – Correcting an excessively high arch that contributes to pain, instability, and deformity.
  
• Tendon Transfer Surgery – Redirecting tendons to restore balance, strength, and function.
  
• Complex Foot and Ankle Reconstruction – Correcting significant deformities resulting from injury, arthritis, neurologic conditions, or previous surgery.
  

Forefoot Procedures

• Bunion Correction (Bunionectomy) – Correcting misalignment of the big toe and first metatarsal to relieve pain and improve foot function.
• Hammertoe and Claw Toe Correction – Straightening contracted toes and relieving pressure and discomfort.
• Hallux Rigidus Surgery – Treating arthritis and stiffness of the big toe joint.
• Cheilectomy – Removing bone spurs around the big toe joint to improve motion and reduce pain.
• First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Fusion – Fusing the big toe joint to treat advanced arthritis, severe deformity, or certain failed previous procedures.
  
• Metatarsal Osteotomy – Realigning metatarsal bones to address deformity, abnormal pressure, and certain forefoot conditions.
  
• Morton’s Neuroma Surgery – Treating an irritated or compressed nerve between the toes.
  
• Plantar Plate Repair – Repairing damaged soft tissue beneath the lesser toe joints to improve stability and alignment.
• Tailor’s Bunion Correction – Correcting a prominent bone on the outside of the foot near the little toe.
• Lesser Toe and Metatarsal Reconstruction – Treating complex toe deformities and forefoot pain.
  

Sports Medicine and Tendon Surgery

• Achilles Tendon Reconstruction – Reconstructing severely damaged or chronically ruptured Achilles tendons.
• Peroneal Tendon Repair – Treating tears, instability, and other disorders of the tendons along the outside of the ankle.
  
• Posterior Tibial Tendon Repair – Treating tendon dysfunction that may contribute to arch collapse and flatfoot deformity.
  
• Ankle Ligament Reconstruction – Restoring stability after chronic ligament injury.
  
• Tendon Debridement and Repair – Removing damaged tendon tissue and repairing the affected tendon.
  
• Sports-Related Foot and Ankle Injury Surgery – Treating fractures, tendon injuries, ligament tears, and other injuries that interfere with athletic performance.
  

Fracture Care and Trauma Surgery

• Foot Fracture Repair – Treating fractures of the metatarsals, midfoot, heel, and other foot bones.
• Ankle Fracture Fixation – Stabilizing fractures to restore alignment and support healing.
• Lisfranc Injury Repair and Reconstruction – Treating injuries to the joints and ligaments in the middle of the foot.
• Calcaneal Fracture Repair – Treating fractures of the heel bone.
• Fracture Malunion and Nonunion Repair – Correcting fractures that heal in poor alignment or fail to heal.
• Post-Traumatic Reconstruction – Addressing deformity, instability, and arthritis following significant foot and ankle injuries.
  

Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Surgery

• Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery – Correcting selected bunion deformities through small incisions.
  
• Minimally Invasive Hammertoe Correction – Treating selected toe deformities with less extensive surgical approaches.
  
• Percutaneous Foot Procedures – Using small incisions and specialized instruments for selected bone and soft-tissue conditions.
  
• Arthroscopic Procedures – Treating selected joint conditions using small incisions and specialized cameras and instruments.
  

Diabetic Foot and Limb Salvage Surgery

• Diabetic Foot Reconstruction – Correcting deformities and pressure points that contribute to ulceration and tissue breakdown.
• Charcot Foot and Ankle Surgery – Stabilizing and reconstructing joints and bones affected by neuropathic damage.
• Surgical Offloading Procedures – Reducing abnormal pressure on the foot to help prevent or treat recurrent ulcers.
• Bone Infection Surgery – Removing infected bone and tissue as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
• Wound-Related Reconstructive Procedures – Addressing underlying structural problems that interfere with wound healing.
• Limb Salvage Procedures – Treating complex foot and ankle conditions with the goal of preserving a functional limb whenever possible.
  

Arthritis and Joint Preservation

• Total Ankle Replacement – Preserving ankle motion while treating advanced ankle arthritis.
• Ankle and Foot Joint Fusion – Stabilizing painful arthritic joints.
• Joint-Preserving Osteotomies – Realigning bones to improve joint mechanics and redistribute pressure.
• Bone Spur Removal – Removing symptomatic bone spurs that limit motion or cause pain.
• Revision Foot and Ankle Surgery – Addressing persistent pain, deformity, instability, or complications following previous surgery.
  

Other Foot and Ankle Procedures

• Plantar Fascia Surgery – Treating selected cases of chronic plantar fasciitis that have not responded to nonsurgical treatment.
• Heel Spur Surgery – Addressing selected cases of persistent heel pain associated with structural abnormalities.
  
• Ganglion Cyst Removal – Removing symptomatic cysts around the foot and ankle.
  
• Soft Tissue Mass Removal – Evaluating and removing selected masses and lesions.
  
• Nerve Decompression Surgery – Relieving pressure on nerves that contribute to pain, numbness, or tingling.
  
• Ingrown Toenail Surgery – Treating recurrent or painful ingrown toenails.
  
• Revision Surgery – Correcting selected complications or persistent problems following previous foot and ankle procedures.