Foot injuries are common among athletes and can originate from many sources. The foot is probably the most intricate area in the body. It also serves as a launching pad for athletes– it is the first part to make contact with the ground, it absorbs the forces of the ground, and it propels the athlete in any direction they wish to go. With all it does, it is not surprising that an athlete’s foot can be overused and subject to injury and pain. However, it is important to note that foot pain may be a result from something further up the leg, like the pelvis, hips, knee, or ankle, rather than from the foot itself. There are numerous bones and joints in the foot, as well as muscles, ligaments, and tendons that connect the joints together. Then there are more structures that connect the foot to the lower leg and further on up the body. Ankle sprains are the most common trauma to the ankle/foot. A sprain involves damage to the ligaments. Ankle sprains can lead to chronic ankle instability. Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis result in inflammation and are the two most common overuse injuries athletes sustain. Tendon strains and stress fractures are also common impairments among athletes. Above the foot, ankle impingement involving the pinching of structures restricting ankle and foot movements, gluteal weakness, and core instability can affect the feet. If you are an athlete and struggling with these or other problems leading to foot pain, consult with a chiropodist for a proper diagnosis and a treatment regime.
Foot pain is a common problem treated by chiropodists. If you have foot pain, please consult with one of the specialists from Thornhill Foot Clinic. Our chiropodists can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility.
When you are experiencing foot pain, it’s important to note the type of pain and its location, as this can help determine a diagnosis.
Pain in the top of the foot may be caused by:
- Stress fractures
- Sinus tarsi syndrome
- Extensor tendonitis
- Tibialis anterior tendonitis
- Gout
- Athlete’s foot
- Ganglion cysts
Pain in the bottom of the foot may be caused by:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Foot cramps
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
- Plantar fibromatosis
- Posterior tibial tendonitis
- Stress fractures
- Flat feet
Pain on the side of the foot may be caused by:
- Ankle sprain
- Cuboid syndrome
- Peroneal tendonitis
- Stress fractures
- Bunions
- Corns or calluses
- Posterior tibial tendonitis
Heel pain may be caused by:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendonitis
- Bone spurs
- Heel fractures
- Retrocalcaneal bursitis
- Sever’s disease
Pain in the toes may be caused by:
- Gout
- Hammertoe
- Turf toe
- Bunions
- Ingrown toenails
- Blisters
- Arthritis
These and many more conditions can be treated by a chiropodist. If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Vaughan, ON .
