There are many causes of having intermittent pain on the outside of your ankle, also known as lateral foot pain, including peroneal tendonitis. To help you determine what is wrong you need to see a foot and ankle specialist. This type of doctor specializes in this type of problem, as well as many other foot and ankle problems. To help you, below is more information about peroneal tendonitis, as well as the treatment options you have.
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People often look at foot pain as a minor problem until they experience it. When your feet are uncomfortable, everyday tasks like walking become straining and painful. If you are experiencing foot pain, getting to the bottom of the problem should be your main priority. Continue reading to learn some of the common reasons for foot pain.
Shoe Choices
The shoes you're wearing could be the reason for your foot pain.
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If you have recently noticed that one or more of your toenails has thickened, changed color, taken on a new shape or is more prone to splitting, it is a good idea to see your podiatrist. Unfortunately, those symptoms may indicate that you have developed a toenail fungus. If left untreated, symptoms will often worsen, resulting in pain or even a bacterial infection. Since it is common to be unfamiliar with fungal infections of the toenail, being aware of the following questions and answers about this common health problem will be very helpful.
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If you've been suffering from moderate to severe foot, heel, and ankle pain, you're not alone. Over two million people suffer from a condition called plantar fasciitis, according the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Plantar fasciitis occurs when there is extreme inflammation of the tissue at the bottom of your foot called the plantar fascia. The result is a stabbing, piercing pain upon walking or standing. If your podiatrist diagnosed you with this type of foot pain, there are several ways in which you can safely recover and begin to feel better when you walk or stand.
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Do you always feel like there's a little rock or ball under your heel? Perhaps this issue is constant, or maybe you mostly notice it after you've spent a few hours on your feet. Chances are, you're suffering from something known as a heel spur. Here's a closer look at this condition and what you can do about it.
What is a heel spur?
A heel spur occurs when the heel bone, which is more formally known as the calcaneus, develops an extra bony growth in its surface.
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