Feet Are Not Meant To Hurt!

Pain is not a new phenomenon, but it is unpleasant and inconvenient when it affects your day to day activities. You will experience foot pain at some point because it is brought on by a wide array of injuries, conditions and diseases. Pain is common, but when you experience pain that you cannot account for, you need to seek medical advice from a podiatric physician.

A podiatrist, like Dr. Bowman, can give you an accurate diagnosis and treatment, which helps get you back on your feet. Studies show that over seventy five percent of Americans experiences foot discomfort during a twelve month period. Also, an equally high number attribute it to being on their feet for an extended period of time each day.

There are numerous conditions that contribute to foot pain. Several of the most common ones include:

• Arthritis
• Bunions
• Corns
• Ingrown toenails
• Plantar fasciitis
• Sprains
• Stress fractures

Many of the causes of foot pain can go away with better choices in footwear. Shoes that conform to the shape of your foot and provide cushioning and support will protect your feet from many of the ordinary, non-injurious woes that affect your feet. Dr. Bowman is a good source of information about shoes that can keep your feet pain free.

Specific conditions sometimes require specific solutions. This allows your pain to be manageable to the extent you are able to continue a normal and active life. Consult with Dr. Bowman and avoid self-medicating.

Heel pain is one of the most common complaints your foot and ankle specialist encounters. It generally results from overuse and inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is the ligament that runs the length of the foot and provides support to the arch. This ligament may develop tiny tears and can become very painful. Rest is crucial to healing this condition. Pain may also ebb with the application of ice and use of over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications.  Custom orthotics which are special inserts for the shoe also add a considerable amount of comfort.

Ankle pain is another complaint that people report. If you have sprained ankles in the past, you may be susceptible to recurring pain in the joint because of a weakening of the soft tissue and its inability to properly support the ankle. After recovery from a sprain injury, you may want to consider using an ankle brace for additional support. Take all necessary precautions and follow your doctor’s instructions. Do not rush the healing process because the likelihood of re-injury increases.

Dr. Bowman’s website (www.houstonfootspecialists.com) offers a lot of information on specific diseases and conditions that he can help with a treatment plan that includes good pain management. Call him at (713) 467-8886 and take the first step toward a more pain free life.

References:

http://www.houstonfootspecialists.com/library/1827/Generalinformationtips.html
http://www.houstonfootspecialists.com/library/1910/painmanagementforspecificconditions.html

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