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What causes a to foot hurt? There are several factors that can contribute to a foot hurt. Nearly all causes of a foot hurt can be categorized under one or more of the following conditions.
Here are some major causes of a foot hurt:
- Poor fitting shoes, as well as poorly structured shoes, can cause a foot hurt.
- High-heeled shoes can cause a particular type of foot hurt for women who wear them, as they concentrate all weight and pressure on the toes.
- Some types of clogs and sandals also provide little support, and can contribute to your foot hurt.
- Systemic medical conditions and poor circulation can contribute to the causes of a foot hurt.
- Strenuous exercising can cause overuse injuries, which can injure the feet, and are yet another contributor to the causes of a foot hurt.
- A flat foot is one of the most common causes of a foot hurt. As the arch starts to collapse, the band of ligament and the muscle in the bottom of the foot absorbs the impact of pressure from standing or walking. Eventually, it stretches beyond its limits, leading to possible muscle tears and bone spurs, and yes, a foot hurt.
- Inflammation (swelling, increased temperature, loss of function and a foot hurt) caused by infection, tumors, arthritis or trauma causes a foot hurt.
- Structural deformities, whether congenital or progressive in type, such as hammertoes and bunions, cause a foot hurt.
FootSmart can help relieve your foot hurts with available products that include inserts, orthotics, shoes for sensitive/diabetic feet, stretching aids, socks and much, much more. FootSmart, the largest direct retailer of foot and lower body healthcare products in the U.S., strives to keep you moving in comfort. Start shopping today to find products to help ease your foot hurts.
Information on foot, leg and lower body health conditions provided by The Podiatry Institute, dedicated to advancing the standard of care in podiatric medicine and its effects on muscoskeletal health. |
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