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FOOT PAIN
We all know when our feet hurt. It affects our mobility, ability to exercise, and social activities and impacts our quality of life. Sources of pain are many and varied but are in the main treatable and preventable.
Causes of pain include: -
Heel pain or plantar fasciitis
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Injuries such as ankle sprains, fractures, or soft tissue damage
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Achilles’ tendon pain
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Joint pain from arthritis
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Shin splints which are pain along the shinbone
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Nerve pain which can be felt as numbness, tingling, or unusual sensation
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Blood vessel blockage from vascular disease
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Sever’s disease which is primarily in pre-teens and physically active children
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Callus, corns, warts, fungal infections, or other skin conditions
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Thick or damaged nails
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Bunions, flat feet, high arched feet
PREVENTION:
Looking after our general health includes looking after our feet, so suitable footwear whether at home or running in a marathon is important. Good foot hygiene practices prevent skin conditions such as tinea and fungal nail disease. If you have diabetes, it is recommended to have regular foot checks from a podiatrist to uncover any risks or complications to your foot health.
TREATMENT:
A visit to Feet In Motion to see your podiatrist will include steps to diagnose the problem. Treatment of pain is varied ranging from strapping, stretching and strengthening for injuries, biomechanical issues may be resolved with orthoses and footwear advice. Callus and corns are removed, and nails are reduced thus effectively dealing with any pain caused by them.
If you have Foot Pain, call to make an appointment at Feet In Motion on 9986 3254. Or BOOK ONLINE.