As experts in footcare, we know that plantar warts are nothing but a nuisance. First of all, they are unsightly. It can be embarrassing to walk around in sandals because you have nasty bumps on your feet. And secondly, even though they are generally harmless, plantar warts can cause great pain during activity.
A Lisfranc injury occurs when bones break or ligaments tear in the middle region of the feet. This particular type of injury is commonly seen in football players, motorcyclists, and horseback riders. Often mistaken for an ankle sprain, a Lisfranc injury is more serious in nature and may take many months to heal.
Whenever we experience foot pain, we typically associate the pain with external factors, such as unsupportive footwear, repetitive stress and overuse; and problems with the foot itself. Little that we know, foot pain can also result from issues involving different parts of the body, including sciatica — a condition that originates in the lower spine and travels down the lengths of your legs to your feet.
Have you stopped wearing your favorite pair of heels because it’s painful every time you walk? Or do your dress shoes feel uncomfortable and you just want to take them off?
Perhaps you are suffering from a condition called Haglund’s deformity!
Developing a non-healing wound can be one of the most serious and devastating complications for a diabetic patient. These wounds or open sores are also called diabetic ulcers, and they frequently occur on the foot. Diabetic foot ulcers are prone to infections, and this puts patients at a higher risk of hospitalization and need for surgery or amputation.
Tinea pedis, or more commonly known as athlete’s foot, is a fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet. It often starts as an itchy scaly rash between the toes or on the soles of the feet. This itching may be accompanied by stinging and burning, and if left untreated, can cause cracks and blisters to form on the skin, leading to a potential bacterial infection.
