Comprehensive care for foot and ankle injuries
Excess body weight can lead to foot pain by placing continual pressure on the feet, toes, and ankles. People with a higher body mass index, or BMI, are more likely to experience conditions like plantar heel pain, flat feet, and limited ankle movement. Extra fat mass also has been shown to affect foot posture, often…
A broken toe can result from sudden trauma or excessive pressure on the foot. Stubbing the toe against a hard surface is a common cause, as the force can easily fracture the small bones. Dropping heavy objects on the foot can also lead to a break, especially if the impact is strong enough to damage…
A broken foot can result from direct impact, falls, crush injuries, or repetitive stress. Symptoms include pain, swelling, bruising, limping, and difficulty bearing weight. The severity of a foot fracture depends on which of the 26 bones in the foot is affected. A podiatrist can diagnose your injury using X-rays or advanced imaging such as…
Pain on the bottom of the heel, also termed plantar heel pain, can make walking and standing difficult. Such heel pain is often caused by plantar fasciitis, which is the inflammation of the thick band of tissue along the bottom of the foot. Other causes include heel fat pad atrophy, stress fractures in the heel…
Have your feet inspected by a professional before starting a new sport or physical activity. Taking charge of your foot health will keep you in good physical condition and can help you avoid a potential injury, such as a fracture or sprained ankle. Prevent injuries and see a foot specialist.
