Watsonia Podiatry
Strong, robust and good foot health is vital to having a long and active life. But like all parts of the body, the feet are some of the body parts that undergo a lot of wear and tear from all the years spent walking, exercising and doing what they were created to do. Unfortunately, due to all the years of use and overuse, there are many risks of developing a number of foot issues as a result.
While walking is also considered one the easiest and most effective forms of exercise, if you happen to be dealing with foot pain, it can also be excruciating. The American Podiatric Medical Association explains that at least 70% of U.S. adults deal with some sort of foot problem, which is why many choose to remain stationary. That’s because there are many causes of foot pain that cannot be walked off.
Here are 18 causes of foot pain that may need medical attention:
1. Bunions
Bunions happen to be bumps on the side of your big toe that usually causes your big toes to bend towards each other, making it very painful to walk. Moreover, bunions tend to cause inflammation and irritation on both the big toe and second toe of the foot where they are found. In addition, bunions are usually a type of foot structure that’s inherited, while wearing tight or shoes that don’t fit correctly may also make bunions worse. When over the counter painkillers don’t work, bunions need to be treated by a doctor or foot specialist to figure out what type of treatment is needed for these kinds of situations.