Infographic: 6 PAINFUL CONDITIONS THAT AFFECT THE FOOT
Dr. Sherman Nagler – Foot Pain – Bone Spur
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The human foot is a complex mechanical and highly developed structure containing 26 bones, 42 muscles, 33 joints and many strong ligaments all working in perfect harmony to get you from one place to another. Besides it’s complex structure, it is also one of the most common center of pain. According to the studies, foot pain affect between 17 to 42 percent of adults at any given time.
There are many types of foot disorders, Heel Pain is one of them. It can be caused due to a number of causes, and is usually self-treatable and self-diagnosable. Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome also causes a shooting, burning and aching pain radiating from the big toe into the arch and sole.
Exercising and stretching can help treat this condition. In Metatarsalgia, people feel like they are stepping on a stone. The condition can be treated by icing and using pressure bandages. If the tendons of your foot are over-stretched or over-used, tendonitis can occur. Medical treatment can help cure the condition. Arthritis is one of the most common disease where inflammation of one or more joints is seen causing pain and stiffness.
