Have you ever felt like you’re walking directly on bone when you take a step? That deep, aching pain under the ball of your foot may not just be soreness, it could be fat pad atrophy, a common yet often overlooked condition that can make every step painful. At Meridian Podiatry in Jacksonville, FL, we offer Liposana, an advanced regenerative treatment designed to restore your foot’s natural cushioning and relieve chronic pain.
Understanding Fat Pad Atrophy
Your feet contain natural fat pads that act as shock absorbers, protecting bones, joints, and tendons from impact when walking or standing. Over time, however, those protective pads can thin or wear down, a process known as fat pad atrophy.
This condition can occur due to:
- Natural aging
- Repetitive stress from high-impact activities
- Wearing hard or thin-soled shoes
- Previous foot surgeries
- Conditions like diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis
When the fat pad thins, the metatarsal bones and joints are left unprotected, leading to:
- Burning or bruised sensations in the ball of the foot
- Pain when walking barefoot or on hard surfaces
- Calluses or corns from pressure points
- Difficulty wearing certain shoes
Without intervention, fat pad loss can lead to chronic pain and joint damage.
What Is Liposana and How Does It Work?
Liposana is a cutting-edge regenerative treatment that uses micro-fragmented fat to restore volume and cushioning to areas of the foot affected by fat pad loss.
The fat is processed to ensure high-quality, regenerative-rich tissue.The processed fat is then injected into the areas of the foot where the padding has thinned, such as the ball of the foot or heel.
This injected tissue acts as a natural filler, providing cushioning while also delivering regenerative cells that promote healing and improved tissue quality.
Benefits of Liposana for Foot Pain
Patients treated with Liposana at Meridian Podiatry often report:
- Immediate relief from pressure and impact pain
- Improved foot function and walking comfort
- Natural restoration using your body’s own tissue
- Long-lasting results, often sustained for years
- Minimally invasive treatment with little downtime
Unlike synthetic fillers or temporary inserts, Liposana supports the regeneration of healthy tissue, creating a more durable and natural result.
Who Is a Candidate for Liposana?
Liposana is ideal for patients who experience:
- Painful pressure under the ball or heel of the foot
- Foot pain that worsens when walking barefoot
- Fat pad thinning visible on imaging or physical exam
- Chronic metatarsalgia (pain under the metatarsal heads)
- A history of foot surgeries that altered natural padding
If you’ve tried orthotics, shoe modifications, or injections without lasting relief, Liposana may be the breakthrough solution you’ve been waiting for.
The Meridian Podiatry Approach
At Meridian Podiatry, we specialize in regenerative foot and ankle care, combining advanced therapies like Liposana, laser therapy, and shockwave therapy to address pain at its source and help your body heal naturally.
Our team customizes each treatment plan to your lifestyle, pain level, and activity goals. Whether you’re a runner, a healthcare professional on your feet all day, or simply want to walk comfortably again, our regenerative therapies can help you regain your stride without surgery.
Take the Next Step Toward Pain-Free Living
If you’re tired of feeling pain with every step, schedule a consultation at Meridian Podiatry to find out if Liposana is right for you. Our Jacksonville team will evaluate your condition and recommend the most effective regenerative treatments for long-term relief.
