{"id":3873,"date":"2019-03-11T14:23:47","date_gmt":"2019-03-11T18:23:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/?page_id=3873"},"modified":"2021-11-16T11:24:30","modified_gmt":"2021-11-16T16:24:30","slug":"foot-pain","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/foot-pain\/","title":{"rendered":"Foot Pain"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>How Common Is Foot Pain?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">The average adult takes 4,000 to 6,000 steps per day and 100,000 miles in a lifetime. According to foot.com, about three-quarters of Americans will experience foot problems at some point during their lives. When you consider that a pair of human feet contains 52 bones, more than 100 ligaments, muscles and tendons, and nearly 8,000 nerves, it\u2019s easy to see why foot pain is so common. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Feet are susceptible to different types of stresses that cause everything from fractures and sprains to nerve damage. Foot pain can then affect how the entire body functions, creating a painful downstream effect that can reach all the way up to the neck and head. This is why <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/podiatry\/\"><span class=\"s2\">podiatry<\/span><\/a> is such an important service at Natural Healthcare Center.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Types of Foot Pain<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Because the human foot is so complex, there are many different types of pain that can occur in various parts of the foot, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">The heel (heel bursitis, heel spurs)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">The ball (metatarsalgia, Morton\u2019s neuroma)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">The arch (flat feet, plantar fasciitis)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">The toes (bunions, hammertoes, turf toe)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">The outer edge (peroneal tendonitis, arthritis)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Of course, fractures, strains and tendonitis, as well as nerve damage caused by diabetes, can occur in virtually every area of the foot. Foot pain should never be dismissed as normal, or something you just have to deal with, especially if it lasts more than a few days and affects your quality of life. Most conditions can be corrected or at least improved with the right treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Causes of Foot Pain<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Foot pain can be caused by gradual wear and tear, trauma from an accident or injury, or a disease such as diabetes. Poor biomechanics caused by repeated awkward movements can lead to a number of painful chronic conditions, deformities, and even fractures. Foot pain can also be traced to more serious conditions such as cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">One of the most common causes of foot pain is poor footwear. Shoes that are too big or too tight can cause problems. Shoes that lack proper cushioning or arch support can cause problems. Shoes with high heels or pointy toes can cause problems. In fact, a 2 \u00bd-inch heel can increase the load on the front of the foot by 75 percent, causing pain just below the toes around the ball of your foot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Through a comprehensive examination and testing, our podiatrist, Natural Healthcare Center, can diagnose the root cause of your foot pain and work with our team of clinicians to develop a personalized treatment plan. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Treatments for Foot Pain<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">As always, the treatment plan depends on the individual and there are dozens of techniques we can use to alleviate foot pain. We always take a conservative approach and focus on stimulating the body\u2019s natural ability to self-heal. For example, many strains and sprains can be treated with rest, ice, compression and elevation (RICE). <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/physical-therapy-rehabilitation\/\"><span class=\"s2\">Physical therapy<\/span><\/a> is often used to help patients recover from injuries, and <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/chiropractic-care\/\"><span class=\"s2\">chiropractic care<\/span><\/a> can improve mobility and alleviate in the foot and ankle joints.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">We\u2019ll always take a look at the patient\u2019s shoes to determine if they\u2019re the right size and offer proper support and cushioning. Patients often find that the shoes that are best for their feet are also the most comfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Orthotics can also be used to improve foot biomechanics and reduce pain caused by a wide range of painful conditions, from flat feet and plantar fasciitis to arthritis and diabetes. Store-bought shoe inserts can provide additional arch support and conditioning, but orthotics are custom designed to fit the patient and achieve a specific outcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">In addition to podiatry, we may integrate <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/acupuncture\/\"><span class=\"s2\">acupuncture<\/span><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/massage-therapy\/\"><span class=\"s2\">therapeutic massage<\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/clinical-nutrition\/\"><span class=\"s2\">clinical nutrition<\/span><\/a> to support the healing process. These services help to reduce inflammation and restore balance throughout the body, including the feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Although surgery is a last resort, it is sometimes an option that we have to consider. For serious injuries and chronic conditions that have been left untreated for a long time, surgery may be the only way to fix the problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Did You Know\u2026<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">Standing is more taxing on the body than walking because pressure is applied to the same joints and the same muscles are used for a longer period of time. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">25 percent of the bones in the human body are in your feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">There are 250,000 sweat glands in the feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li2\"><span class=\"s1\">Women have about four times as many foot problems as men, thanks in large part to high heels and other shoes. It has been estimated that nine in 10 women wear shoes that are too small.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Are You Experiencing Foot Pain?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">If you\u2019re dealing with pain in your feet from an injury, disease or chronic condition, <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalhealthcarecenter.com\/appointment\/\"><span class=\"s2\">schedule an appointment<\/span><\/a> at Natural Healthcare Center. Let us help you find out the cause of your foot pain and restore proper foot biomechanics so you can feel better, function better and live longer.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How Common Is Foot Pain? The average adult takes 4,000 to 6,000 steps per day and 100,000 miles in a lifetime. 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