About foot pain
Most Common types of Foot Pain
The most common foot problem is heel pain; millions of people around the world suffer from heel pain each year.
Fortunately, in most cases there's a simple and inexpensive solution to heel pain, as well as most other types of foot pain.
Heel Pain
The most common cause of heel pain is Plantar Fa+sciitis, which consists in the inflammation of the Plantar Fascia.
Ball of Foot Pain
Pain under the ball of the foot (Metatarsalgia) is a common complaint with women wearing high-heeled shoes.
Arch Pain
Foot arch pain is a common type of foot pain. Its symptoms include pain when getting up in the morning.
Achilles Tendonitis
Achilles Tendonitis (Tendinopathy) is a condition that involves the inflammation of the Achilles tendon.
Flat Feet / Fallen Arche
Most people (approx. 60-70% of the population) suffer from excessive pronation due to flat feet when walking, running and standing.
Aching Feet
All of us have experienced tired and aching feet at one point or another, especially after long periods of shopping, walking or standing.
Knee Pain
This type of condition presents itself as a sharp pain in the knee and a grinding sensation, especially when getting up or walking up stairs.
Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain presents itself as a dull backache and tiredness in the lower back, especially after standing for prolonged periods.
Shin Pain / Shin Splints
The term "Shin Splints" refers to a painful condition in the shin, involving inflammation that occurs either in the front or inside section of the shin bone.
Bunions
A bunion is a growth resulting from an enlargement of the joint at the side of the big toe.
Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s Neuroma results from continuous or repeated compression of the nerve between the third and fourth metatarsal bones.
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis is a painful inflammatory condition causing heel pain and in some people, heel spurs. It can also result in arch pain
Pronation and Shoe Wear
Outer heel wear doesn’t mean your feet roll out — it’s often the opposite! Over-pronation causes the feet to roll inward, leading to uneven shoe wear and foot pain.
Heel Spurs
A heel spur is a bony growth on the heel bone (calcaneus). Heel spurs can cause sharp foot pain at the bottom or front of the heel bone.
Plantar Fasciitis Exercises
Plantar Fasciitis causes many people to experience intense heel pain in the morning, when taking the first steps after getting out of bed.
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FOOT PAIN SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS
Foot pain is very common; about 70% of people will suffer foot pain at some time in their lives. With every step we take, a force of 2-3 times our body weight is placed on our feet. Considering that during a typical day we take 8,000-10,000 steps, it comes as no surprise that at some time in our lives we will all suffer from some type of foot pain.
The foot is a complex structure of 26 bones and 33 joints, layered with an intertwining web of more than 120 muscles, ligaments, and nerves. This website provides you with detailed information regarding the most common types of foot pain, how it occurs, and what you can do to alleviate foot pain.
The solution: Footminders® podiatric orthotics
Footminders orthotics offer effective, low-cost and long-lasting relief from foot pain problems. Developed by podiatrists, Footminders orthotics help restore the ideal neutral position of the feet and help correct ‘over-pronation’. By restoring our normal foot function, Footminders orthotic insoles also helps re-gain natural body balance.
Footminders orthotics are the result of years of biomechanical research and development. They are designed to provide you with relief for many common foot ailments, while assisting in long-term prevention of future foot problems and foot pain. Footminders unique design and material composition gives the wearer a combination of support AND cushioning! In turn, resulting in improved walking comfort and effective relief from common aches and pains.
Footminders biomechanical arch supports are a very affordable, easy and instant solution to foot pain and discomfort. They can also assist with shin pain, aching legs, knee and back pain.
There are different models of Footminders to suit various types of footwear. Learn more about podiatrist-developed Footminders orthotics.
Factors that increase the likelihood of foot pain:
Age
As we age, our feet widen and flatten, plus the padding on the sole of the foot wears down, and the skin on our feet becomes drier. Foot pain in older people may be the first sign of arthritis, diabetes, and circulatory disease.
Gender
Women are at higher risk than men for severe foot pain, most likely because of high-heeled shoes. Severe foot pain appears to be a major cause of general disability in older women.
Occupational Risk Factors
People who are on their feet all day because of work are very likely to suffer from some type of foot pain or discomfort.
Pregnancy
pregnant women have an increased risk of foot pain problems due to weight gain, swelling in their feet and ankles, and the release of certain hormones that cause ligaments to relax.
Sports and Dancing
Especially heel pain, shin splints, and knee pain can increase with sports, running or dancing.
Weight gain
Being overweight puts added stress on the feet and can lead to foot pain or ankle injuries.
Over-pronation
Rolling inwards of the foot and flattening of the arches (over-pronation) is a major contributing factor to foot pain.
