There are several types of foot pain many people can experience in their lifetime. If you notice a bump gradually developing on the side of your big toe, you may have what is known as a bunion. This may come from wearing shoes that do not have adequate room for the toes to move freely in. A common foot condition that is known as cracked heels can occur from wearing shoes that have an open back, or from standing for the majority of the day. A small calloused area on the top of the toes may be a corn and can develop as a result of friction between the toes and the top of the shoe. Additionally, a blister can develop from excess friction, and will appear as a small bubble filled with protective fluid while the damaged area heals. If you have foot pain of any kind, please schedule a consultation with a podiatrist who can diagnose and treat your condition.
Foot Pain
Foot pain can be extremely painful and debilitating. If you have a foot pain, consult with one of our podiatrists from Family Foot Care of Long Island. Our doctors 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 Port Jefferson Station, NY . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
