How To Ease Foot Pain

Foot pain is a very common problem, one which can affect us all in our everyday lives. But it has many possible causes, making it hard at times even for health care professionals to find the cause and reason why. Foot pain symptoms can offer clues, but it’s a myriad of issues and it’s all about discovering why we suffer from foot pain.

There are underlying health issues often associated with foot pain; you can list diabetes, peripheral artery disease and neuropathy as possible and probable causes.

Speaking to an expert physio is essential to discover the cause and, in turn, a cure.

Your feet bear your weight when you’re standing, walking and running. You are on your feet a lot of time, which means foot pain is common. Foot pain refers to any pain or discomfort in one or more parts of the foot, such as the toes, heels, arches and soles.

Foot pain can range from mild to severe, and it may last a short time, a day or two, or it could be an ongoing, long-term issue.

Causes of Foot Pain

There are several common causes of foot pain.

  • Due to certain lifestyle choices.
  • Medical condition.
  • Due to Plantar Fasciitis.

 

Causes of Foot Pain – Lifestyle Choices

One of the main causes of foot pain is simply  wearing shoes that don’t fit properly. Wearing high-heeled shoes can often cause foot pain because they place a great deal of pressure on the toes and often your toes are squashed in modern-day high heels.

You can also develop foot pain if you get injured during high-impact exercise or an activity such as running, jogging or carrying out intense aerobics.

Causes of Foot Pain – Common Medical Issues

Did you know there are 33 joints in the foot? Your feet are especially susceptible to pain caused by arthritis. Diabetes can lead to complications and foot disorders.

People with diabetes are more prone to suffer from nerve damage in the feet, clogged or hardened arteries in the legs and feet or foot sores.

The risks of suffering from foot pain are increased if you are overweight, are pregnant or have a have a foot injury, such as a sprain, fracture or tendinitis.

Causes of Foot Pain – Plantar Fasciitis

The most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis. This is irritation and inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of connective tissue that spans the sole of the foot. It is especially common in runners, who pound the pavements repetitively week in, week out.

Causes of Plantar Fasciitis:

There are certain factors to be aware of that raise the risk of developing plantar fasciitis.

Obesity, prolonged standing, weak foot muscles, walking barefoot, the wrong choice of running footwear, flat feet and high arches.

How To Ease Foot Pain

To ease foot pain, there’re several treatment options you can consider at home vary depending on the level of pain you’re experiencing.

Some simple tips to help ease foot pain include applying ice to the affected area, use plasters to prevent rubbing on the affected area, while you are sitting then elevate your foot and resting your foot as much as possible.

1. Wear a comfortable foot wear

There’s some simple ways and means to help prevent foot pain and the problems associated with it.

A starting point is to choose and wear comfortable and well-cushioned shoes and trainers, while avoiding high heels. Maintaining a healthy weight will ease the pressure on your feet with every step you take, and practicing good foot hygiene is important.

If you are enduring foot pain, it’s important to see a physio for an evaluation. Foot pain can be very disabling, and it can affect your mood and quality of life.

2. Use of Orthotic Device

Many people who suffer from foot pain are well aware of what triggers it, and understand ways to manage the pain. However, you should see a physiotherapist to help ease foot pain when you can’t place any weight on your foot after an injury.

During your assessment, the physio will observe your posture and how you walk and will ask when it started and what parts of the feet are affected to get to the root cause.

The treatment for your condition depends on the cause.

For some people, something as simple as shoe inserts (orthotics) can provide a great deal of relief.

3. Seek Additional Support With Amazing Physiotherapy.

If you are suffering from foot pain, and still not able to do what you wanted to do, then reach out to our expert team and we are able to provide hands on treatment, and complete treatment plans which will not just get you to a minimum quality of life and but will enable you to get back to long walks along beach with your partner,  your friends, and being able to play with the children and grandchildren when they visit.

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