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The foot is made up of a complex network of bones, ligaments, muscles and tendons, designed to give you both stability and mobility. Therefore, there are many different structures and tissues in the foot that can cause pain. Some of the most common causes of pain are; Achilles pain, bursitis, arthritis, gout, bony spurs, Morton’s neuroma, sprain and fracture.
Foot pain can be caused by sporting injuries, high impact exercise and wearing shoes that don’t fit properly or wearing high heels. You are more likely to suffer from foot pain if you have diabetes or are overweight.
The practitioner will take an in-depth case history, focusing on the onset of the foot pain. There will then be a physical examination of the foot and ankle. The practitioner will be guided by the location of pain as to which structure is likely to be the cause. Ultrasound or MRI scans may be used.
You can see any of our practitioners for most conditions but check out their profiles for more information and specific interests. You may be referred for a Biomechanical Assessment or Orthotics if appropriate.
Check out our services pages to find out more about these therapies. Practitioners are trained to treat most conditions but do this in slightly different was. The work together to find the best treatment most suited to your condition.
Treatment for your foot pain will depend on the diagnosis made following an assessment. You may be given an exercise programme for strengthening or be referred to a doctor for injection or for orthotics to our podiatrist or specialist physio for a biomechanical assessment.
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