Foot Pain can result from injuries, repeated trauma, and disease like diabetes or just by wearing the wrong kind of shoes. When selecting shoes make sure that they are not too tight. High heels can cause pain at different areas of the feet especially around the balls of the feet. Pay attention to any bruises at the top of the feet.
Most of the injuries occur when someone suddenly decides to take up jogging. Without proper warming up and conditioning you can get Planter’s Fasciitis. The plantar fascia, a tough fibrous sheath under your feed lends support to the arch. When this is damaged, is becomes inflamed and causes arch pain.
Athletes foot, fungi, diabetes are common causes of Foot Pain. Look out for blisters in the form of burning sensations between the toes or around the feet. These can cause infection. Ingrown toe nails also can cause redness.
When to go for treatment for Feet Disorders
If pain is interfering with you daily activities you should immediately seek professional help. Take notice and look for areas of swelling, toenail infection or change in color or areas that are tender to the touch.
The Medical or foot doctor can do an evaluation and check your feet, ankles, arches etc. They can also notice the way you walk and identify any abnormalities in your movement. They can also order X-Rays or MRI if needed.
Follow the treatment recommended. It can be proper rest, applying ice, over the counter medications to help reduce the pain.
Other Remedies for Feet Pain
Proper Footwear or improved Insoles- Replace shoes every six months of heavy use or get specialty insoles to reduce impact with ground and add additional cushion.
Always do some kind of walking warm up exercises before walking or if you know you are going to be on your feet for a long time. After a week spend a few minutes doing some cool down stretches. This is very important as it relaxes the tired tendons and muscles and helps in recovery.
Don’t neglect your feet. Follow up with your doctor until you see the symptoms go away and you are back on your feet.
