You live your life on your feet. At work, at home, while running errands, while exercising, or even on vacation — your feet are what allow you to move freely, take a brisk walk, and scale the stairs at your office. So what happens when your feet hurt too badly to work or enjoy life?
Foot pain can strike at any time and may be the result of various injuries or ailments. Injuries from overuse, including running, dancing, hiking or other physical activities, are a common cause of foot pain for many active adults. For older adults or those with a history of sports injuries, arthritis can also be a cause of foot pain or discomfort. Other potential causes for foot pain may include relatively minor ailments such as plantars warts, bunions, corns, calluses, or blisters, or may be the result of more serious conditions like peripheral neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease, tendinitis, cellulitis, or gout. In very serious cases, the root cause of foot pain may even be attributed to hammertoe, stress fractures, or other broken bones.
Depending on the underlying condition, foot pain may entail swelling, redness, warmth, or tenderness of the affected foot, in addition to varying levels of discomfort. While it may seem to be trivial at first, prolonged or severe pain can lead to difficulty sleeping, walking, driving, or the inability to perform daily activities. People who suffer from continuous foot pain may be unable to enjoy hobbies or physical activities and may begin to isolate themselves to avoid having to walk or negotiate transportation while hurting. In severe instances, the pain can become so intense that it can lead to noticeable limping or disability.
However, there’s no reason to suffer in silence. For those living with foot pain in Hyde Park, Mitchell Foot and Ankle specializes in both surgical and non-surgical treatments for all types of foot disorders. Visit the website at www.hydeparkfootdoctor.com to learn more or to schedule an consultation to treat your foot pain in the Hyde Park area.
