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Most people think foot pain is normal after a long day of productivity at work or school. Some cases only need over-the-counter medication to relieve pain. However, chronic foot pain may indicate a health concern needing medical attention. Keep reading to find out the top 5 most common causes of chronic foot pain. 1. Ingrown…
Foot pain could be a sign that you are being too rough on your feet. After all, your feet withstand pressure and take a beating whenever you walk or stand – they’re actually subjected to an amount of force that is twice your body weight with every step you take. You can start taking better…
Foot pain is a common occurrence among millions of Americans. It is usually innocuous— either self-limiting or can be resolved with self-care measures. In some cases, however, foot pain can affect a person’s quality of life and signal an underlying medical condition, and, therefore, require appropriate medical intervention. Here is a quick guide to some…
Have you noticed a bony bump forming at the base of your big toe, on the side of your foot? That may be a bunion, which often results from arthritis or from wearing shoes that are too tight. A bunion can develop when your big toe turns inward and overlaps with the next toe. This…
As temperatures drop and winter is in full swing, emergency rooms and urgent care centers across the country are seeing more and more patients with injuries from playing winter sports. There is a whopping 500% increase in ER visits every winter, largely due to slipping and falling on the ice or snow – and when…
Custom orthotics are specially designed inserts made for an individual’s specific anatomical and condition requirements. They are used to accommodate or correct gait or structural abnormalities and can help to correct an irregular walking pattern that may be causing symptoms of foot, ankle, leg, or back pain. Podiatrists and orthopedic surgeons often prescribe custom orthotics…
More commonly known as a bunionette, a tailor’s bunion is a bony bump that forms at the joint of the little toe. The skin over the bunionette may appear reddish. Its name comes from tailors who often sat cross-legged while working. This position puts pressure on the little toe, thus causing the development of bunionettes….
While our feet, toes, and toenails are pretty resilient, injuries and conditions can develop at any time. For such situations, you should always seek podiatric care. A podiatrist can examine your toes, diagnose you, and recommend the most effective treatments. Here are two common toenail problems that podiatrists frequently treat. Ingrown Toenails A toenail should…
There are mass-produced orthotics you can buy at your neighborhood drugstore, and you’ve probably experienced what it’s like to use them. It’s like taking a single medication to treat all the ailments you have ever had: it simply doesn’t work. Mass-produced orthotics never really work, and if they do, the benefits are limited and short-lived…
With so many different types of physicians with varying specializations, you may be unsure of who to see for your specific health problem or pain. For foot and ankle issues, you will want to search for a doctor who specializes in the field of podiatry. You could see your primary care physician (PCP) for your…
