Foot/Ankle Pain
COMPREHENSIVE RELIEF
Our feet carry us from here to there everyday and most of us don’t give it a second thought. However, when pain arises in this area, it greatly limits our capability of performing everyday tasks. Similar to the hand, the foot is made up of an intricate configuration of structural components; each foot has 28 bones and over 30 joints. Pain in this region can be caused by injury, repetitive stress (i.e. running or sports), and even improper footwear. For instance, shoes restrict the natural movement of many joints in the foot and can lead to arthritis. Women who wear high-heels are at greater risk of developing foot issues. Foot and ankle issues need to be addressed as it can also lead to secondary problems in the knees, hip and/or lower back.
Signs and Symptoms
Symptoms of foot and ankle conditions can range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain that limits your mobility.
- Swelling and bruising
- Sharp pain when walking or standing
- Stiffness and limited range of motion
- Inability to bear weight on the foot
- Redness and warmth in the joint
- Instability or feeling like it might 'give out'
- Numbness or tingling sensations
- Deformity or visible misalignment
Causes of Foot/Ankle Pain
Plantar Fasciitis
Inflammation of the thick band of tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes.
Ankle Sprains
Injury occurring when you roll, twist, or turn your ankle in an awkward way.
Achilles Tendonitis
Overuse injury of the Achilles tendon, the band of tissue connecting calf muscles to the heel.
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis causing joint pain and inflammation in the foot.
Gout
A complex form of arthritis characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain and redness.
Fractures
Stress fractures or complete breaks in the many small bones of the foot and ankle.