Treatment for Metatarsalgia

Have you ever driven by an amazing house and wished you could just get a peek inside to see what it looked like? If so, you need to take part in the Modern Home Tour on January 25^th, 2014 in Houston, TX. You will get special access inside the homes of some of Houston’s most creative homeowners, architects and designers.

Now let’s switch gears and talk about foot pain for a moment. Have you ever experienced it and wished you could just get an inside look to know what exactly was going on? At Houston Foot Specialists we can do just that, and you may find your ball of foot pain is very likely caused by a condition called metatarsalgia. This is when there is an imbalance in the metatarsals, which are the long bones in your foot.

Proper footwear and inserts are a often recommended for treatment

The good news is that we have several effective treatment options to help relieve your ball of foot pain caused by this condition. The first part of the action plan starts with you and involves rest. You will need to alleviate pressure on your foot and avoid activities that may stress it further. Icing for 20 minutes, several times a day is helpful in reducing pain and inflammation. Next, we can step in and help you find the most suitable shoes to wear so this pain does not come back. We will help you find footwear that’s suited to your foot type and any activities that you do. Arch supports are effective in taking pressure off of your foot and orthotics can provide extra cushioning and support for your feet.

The bottom line is that treatment is important. Don’t just wait for your foot pain to go away, as most conditions only worsen if ignored. See Dr. Jeff Bowman at Houston Foot Specialists for expert foot care and treatment. Call our office in Houston, TX at (713) 467-8886 to make an appointment today.

Treatment Options for Bunions – There is Help!

 Let’s face it – our feet aren’t always in the greatest of shape. Years of wear and tear, wearing poor-fitting shoes, lack of preventative care, and inheriting feet prone to problems can all lead to a number of conditions and injuries. What do yours look like? Do you have bony bumps sticking out the side of your foot? If so, you most likely have bunions, a very common foot problem that shouldn’t be ignored.

Whether this deformity is just beginning or you have been watching it worsen over time, take action before it becomes a debilitating situation. Bunions are progressive, meaning they get worse over time, but the right decisions can stop this train from moving down the track too quickly. We encourage our patients to be proactive with their foot health and we have many treatment options that can help with bunion pain and stop their progression.

The first thing you can do is to evaluate your footwear. Wear shoes that are roomy and that won’t squish your toes to high heaven. Ladies, high heels are huge culprits for aggravating a bunion problem. Just look at celebrity Victoria Beckham’s feet! We can also provide you with padding and taping that can reduce the stress on your bunion and keep feet in a normal position. We have exercises that will help joints stay flexible, nighttime splints and custom orthotics. The latter are shoe inserts that slip right inside your shoes to stabilize your foot in a normal position. Lastly, if your bunions are severe, we can discuss surgical options that could eliminate your foot pain and bring your feet back to normal.

With so many treatment options, don’t suffer one more day with bunion pain or allow them to worsen. Contact Dr. Jeffrey Bowman at Houston Foot Specialists for help. Call our office in Houston, TX at (713) 467-8886 to make an appointment today.