The feet endure an enormous amount of stress and wear during the day, and it is common for many people to experience some type of foot pain throughout their lives. Each foot has 26 bones, several tendons, muscles, and ligaments that work in harmony, providing mobility to complete daily activities. Any number of foot conditions can develop which may range from having toenail fungus to cutting the toenails improperly. Additionally, corns are a painful nuisance that generally develops on the side of the pinky toe, and can alter the gait to accommodate for the discomfort. These can come from shoes that do not fit correctly, and bunions can fall into the same category. A bunion is defined as a bony protrusion that develops on the side of the big toe, causing the other toes to shift toward each other. Any type of foot pain is treated by a podiatrist, and it is strongly advised that you contact this type of doctor who can offer you the correct relief options.
Foot Pain
Foot pain can be extremely painful and debilitating. If you have a foot pain, consult with Scott Matthews, DPM, MD from Salem Foot Care . Our doctor will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment.
Causes
Foot pain is a very broad condition that could be caused by one or more ailments. The most common include:
- Bunions
- Hammertoes
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Bone Spurs
- Corns
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- Ingrown Toenails
- Arthritis (such as Gout, Rheumatoid, and Osteoarthritis)
- Flat Feet
- Injury (from stress fractures, broken toe, foot, ankle, Achilles tendon ruptures, and sprains)
- And more
Diagnosis
To figure out the cause of foot pain, podiatrists utilize several different methods. This can range from simple visual inspections and sensation tests to X-rays and MRI scans. Prior medical history, family medical history, and any recent physical traumatic events will all be taken into consideration for a proper diagnosis.
Treatment
Treatment depends upon the cause of the foot pain. Whether it is resting, staying off the foot, or having surgery; podiatrists have a number of treatment options available for foot pain.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Wikesboro, NC . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
