Foot pain is considered to be a common ailment among many people. It can include pain in the toes, heel, and arch areas, which may be indicative of serious foot conditions. Toe pain can be a symptom of certain types of arthritis, bunions, or it may originate from an ingrown toenail. If there is pain in the ball of the foot, it may be linked to a condition that is referred to as Morton’s neuroma, which impacts the nerves of the foot. A common form of pain and discomfort in the heel can be connected to plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, or possibly from an Achilles tendon injury. If you are experiencing foot pain for any reason, it is strongly advised that you are under the care of a podiatrist.
Foot Pain
Foot pain can be extremely painful and debilitating. If you have a foot pain, consult with Dr. Kenneth Donovan from Advanced Care Foot and Ankle. Our doctor 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 one of our offices located in Warren, Livingston, and Toms River, NJ . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
