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What causes painful foot problems? There are several factors that can contribute to painful foot problems. Nearly all causes of painful foot problems can be categorized under one or more of the following conditions.
Here are some major causes of painful foot problems:
- Ill-fitting shoes, as well as poorly structured shoes, can cause painful foot problems.
- High-heeled shoes can cause a particular type of painful foot problem 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 painful foot problems.
- Systemic medical conditions and poor circulation can contribute to the causes of painful foot problems.
- Strenuous exercising can cause overuse injuries, which can injure the feet, and are yet another contributor to the causes of painful foot problems.
- A flat foot is one of the most common causes of painful foot problems. 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, painful foot problems.
- Inflammation (swelling, increased temperature, loss of function and foot pain) caused by infection, tumors, arthritis or trauma causes painful foot problems.
- Structural deformities, whether congenital or progressive in type, such as hammertoes and bunions, cause painful foot problems.
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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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