The majority of people will experience some type of foot pain at some point in their lives. If an injury should happen to a tendon in the foot, the condition known as tendinopathy may occur, and this may develop in any area of the foot. Many people know the pain and discomfort that is associated with a sprain, and this may be caused by overstretching the ligaments and can result from falling. An additional reason why foot pain may occur may originate from diabetes, which may lead to neuropathy and foot ulcers. Gout and other forms of arthritis may be a cause of this type of pain and may be related to the type of food that is ingested. If pain should occur on the toe, it may be from a corn or callus, which may come from wearing shoes and socks that are too tight. This is generally caused by friction as the sock or shoe repeatedly rubs against the toe. If you are experiencing any form of discomfort or pain in the feet, it is strongly suggested that you seek the counsel of a podiatrist who can properly treat any type of foot pain.

Foot Pain

Foot pain can be extremely painful and debilitating. If you have a foot pain, consult with Dr. Edwin S. Hart from Pennsylvania. 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 our office located in Bethlehem, PA . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.