Foot Pain

Many people have pain in the base of their foot. This could be due to overuse of one of many different structures in your foot. Common examples are:

• Sesamoiditis: inflammation of structures surrounding two small bones under the big toe joint;
• Plantar fasciitis: overuse of a ligament-like structure that runs underneath the length of the foot.

Pain on standing first thing in the morning is a classic symptom of plantar fasciitis. Firstly, it is one of the most common problems experienced by runners, accounting for about 10 per cent of running injuries. Secondly, middle-aged people are the most affected, particularly if they are overweight. Often starts with low-grade pain in the arch or heel of the foot and can get worse over weeks or months.

At Revolve Physiotherapy in Milton, Ontario, our team of specialists will be happy to welcome you! After your assessment, we will provide the best diagnosis for a specialized and personalized treatment.

Foot pain can have various causes and can occur in different parts of the foot. Some of the common causes include:

• Plantar Fasciitis: It is the most common cause of heel pain. It is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot and connects the heel bone to the toes.
• Metatarsalgia: Occurs in the ball of the foot, often caused by overuse or pressure on the area.
• Morton’s neuroma: Condition where there is thickening of the tissue around one of the nerves leading to the toes, usually between the third and fourth toes, consequently causing pain and discomfort.
• Achilles Tendinitis: Inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, therefore causing pain at the back of the heel.
• Stress fractures: These are tiny cracks in the bones of the foot, as a result can be caused by overuse or repetitive stress.

If you’re experiencing foot pain, it’s important to determine the underlying cause and seek appropriate treatment. Certainly, the best choice in Milton. Call us 905 864.8181 and talk with our team!