Foot Pain: Arch and Toe Pain Causes/ Treatment...

The arches are the primary structures of the body that absorb and return force to and from the body to the outside world when we are on our feet...

 

When something happens to these structures, pain and injury may result. The causes of foot pain can be narrowed down by location and
by considering some of the most common causes of foot pain.

Causes of Foot Pain:

The shoes that you are wearing may also contribute to the pain. Poor cushioning and inflexible soles can harm your tissues.

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• Direct force trauma, 
• Ligament sprains, 
The shoes that you are wearing may also contribute to the pain.

• Changing your fitness regime may disrupt the tissue all of a sudden causing pain
• Muscle strains, 
• Poor Biomechanical alignment,
• Stress fractures, 
• Overuse, 
• Inflammatory arthritis
• The tightness or lack of tightness of the joints in the foot may all cause pain in the arch.

 

Treatment for Foot Pain:

• Rest: Don’t engage in any activities which involves running or walking long distances, it can be dangerous to your foot.
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• Calf and foot muscle stretches
• Over-the-counter pain relievers
• Shoes with good arch support and a cushioned sole
• Weight Management : Managing your weight and calculate the threshold limit of your foot. It is advisable to consult an experienced Doctor who specializes in weight-management trainings. Excessive weight can be harmful, and should always be properly maintained.
• Custom-made insert (orthotic) worn in the shoe
• Over-the-counter pain relievers
• Surgery (rarely)
• Physical therapy like Tapping Procedures which is done by tapping and pressing few parts of the foot tightly. It helps in easy blood circulation and further relaxation of the foot
• Thorough padding of the heel
• Splinting or casting to protect the heel bone
• Change to more comfortable footwear.

 

Advice:

If you still feel that the pain is not declining, then consult a physician for advance medication. The reason may be that the  pain is deeply intrinsic, and only an experienced doctor can help you deal with the problem. -

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Pain in Arch of Foot Causes

Pain in Arch of Foot Causes

Pain in Arch of Foot Causes

Pain in Arch of Foot Causes

Pain in Arch of Foot Causes

Pain in Arch of Foot Causes

Sunday, February 08, 2015