What is Causing My Foot Pain?

Dealing with painful feet? We can help!

Everyone will experience foot pain at some point during their lifetime and it’s important to figure out what’s causing it so that you can get foot painthe best treatment possible. Find out the common causes of foot pain and when you need to visit our Asheville, NC, podiatrist Dr. Daniel Waldman for care.

What’s the problem?

Unfortunately, we won’t be able to tell what’s going on until you come in for an evaluation. Of course, there are certainly injuries and conditions that appear more regularly than other. Common causes of foot pain include:

  • Arthritis
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Achilles tendonitis
  • Strains and sprains
  • Stress fracture
  • Bone spur
  • Bunion
  • Neuropathy
  • Hammertoe
  • Ingrown toenails
  • Warts

So, as you can see, there are a lot of different problems that could be at play here, which is why it’s best to play it safe and call your Asheville, NC, foot doctor if you are dealing with pain, stiffness, numbness, burning, tingling swelling or difficulty putting weight on the foot. If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes and you have any changes in your feet it’s important that you seek medical attention right away to prevent serious complications from setting in.

How can I treat my foot problem?

If your pain is due to an injury, many times you can manage your symptoms with the RICE method (rest, ice, compression and elevation). It’s also important that you avoid any activities that could make the injury worse.

If pain doesn’t subside with at-home care or if the pain gets worse it’s important that you call your podiatrist as soon as possible. Some conditions require more aggressive treatment options like shockwave therapy or corticosteroid injections. Only in rare cases when all treatment options have been exhausted will surgery be recommended to correct the problem.

Don’t let foot problems affect your daily routine. Let the footcare experts at Blue Ridge Foot Center in Asheville, NC, provide you with the treatment you need to get back on your feet again. Call us today.

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