The foot is considered as one of the most complex parts of the body that
consists of 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and
ligaments. Foot pain is a type of pain that can be felt anywhere in the foot
that includes heel, toes, arch, instep, sole, or ankles. The foot pain results
in a limited movement.
There are various reasons of foot pain and some of them are listed below:-
Shoes: - Foot pain can occur because of your shoes that don’t fit you properly
either they are too tight or too loose.
Improper walking, running due to poor posture can also cause foot pain.
Bunions: - A bunion is an enlargement of bone or tissue around a joint. Bunions
mostly occur at the base of big toe but can also occur at the base of little
toe. It has been found that women are more frequently affected because they may
wear tight-fitting shoes, especially high heel and narrow-toed.
Corns: - These are painful thickenings that occur on the parts of feet mostly on
fingers. Corns cause lots of trouble while walking even when they are small.
Doing high-impact exercising, such as jogging can sometimes cause foot pain.
A fracture in the bone can also results in a foot pain. In many cases the pain
is not elicited until the bone is stressed by use.
Arthritic conditions, mostly osteoarthritis and gout, can cause foot pain.
People suffering from diabetes may have to face serious foot disorders.
The impact of high blood pressure on the nervous system can cause pain, loss of
sensation, and tingling in the feet. It also increases the risk for foot ulcers.
Treatment:-
Treatment for foot pain varies from problem to problem. But here are some home
tips:
You can apply ice to reduce pain and swelling.
Always Wear foot pads in areas of friction or pressure in order to avoid
irritation.
For washing your feet always use warm water and the feet and areas between the
toes should be thoroughly dried afterward.
Well-fitting footwear is very important and you should avoid high heels,
sandals, thongs, and going barefoot.