Feet are vulnerable to sprains, strains, fractures, stress injuries, and pressure-related wounds. A sprain, one of the most common foot injuries, involves overstretched or torn ligaments, often caused by twisting the foot or ankle. Strains affect muscles or tendons, and may occur from overuse or sudden force. Fractures are breaks in bones and can range from small cracks to complete breaks. Stress fractures are tiny bone cracks that often result from repeated impact during activities like running or jumping. People with certain health conditions, such as diabetes, may also develop ulcers or wounds on the feet, especially when skin is exposed to prolonged pressure or friction. A chiropodist can assess the type and extent of the injury through examination and may coordinate imaging, if necessary. They can provide care such as custom orthotics, footwear advice, wound management, and structured plans to support healing and mobility. If you have sustained a foot injury, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a chiropodist for advice and guidance.
Foot pain can have many causes. To receive an accurate diagnosis and treatment for your foot pain, please consult with one of the chiropodists from Complete Family Footcare & Therapy. Our clinicians will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment.
Causes
There are a variety of different conditions that can cause foot pain, including:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Deformities, such as bunions or hammertoes
- Injuries to the muscles, bones, tendons, or ligaments in the feet
- Arthritis
- Flat feet
- Ingrown toenails
Symptoms
The type and location of your foot pain can help determine what may be causing it and what type of treatment options are best for you.
Common types of foot pain include:
- Heel pain
- Arch pain
- Toe pain
- Ball of foot pain
- Pain that has a stabbing, burning, or tingling quality
- Pain that is constant, intermittent, or that gets better or worse depending on the situation
Diagnosis
A thorough medical history and physical examination of your feet will be required to determine a diagnosis. Imaging studies, such as X-rays or MRIs may be performed to rule out or confirm certain diagnoses.
Treatment
Treatment will depend on the cause of the pain. Common treatments for foot pain include resting, icing, compressing, and elevating the affected foot, wearing orthotics, or taking anti-inflammatory medications.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our offices located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
