Foot pain includes discomfort in the heels, toes, insteps, arches, ankles, or the soles of your feet. If you have noticed it is more difficult to move around lately due to foot pain, you should seek immediate medical attention.
What causes foot pain?
Many factors can contribute to foot pain, including:
Plantar Fasciitis
Bone spurs
Low back pain or condition
Ligament and tendon injuries (sprain / strains)
Rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis
Joint inflammation
A broken or fractured foot, ankle, or toe
Nerve damage
Lack of arch support
How is foot pain treated?
Our interdisciplinary healthcare team serving the Portland metro area uses various techniques to ease your foot pain and accelerate the healing process. There are many factors that can contribute to foot pain, including other areas of misalignment or malfunction that may not even be located in the foot! It is up to your medical team to determine the nature and cause of your foot pain prior to recommending treatment that may include:
Joint Injections
Chiropractic care
Physical therapy
Massage therapy
Trigger Point Injections
Dietary Changes
Supplements and nutraceuticals
Bracing or custom orthotics
In some cases, our team may recommend a brace for your foot/ankle or custom orthotics to wear inside your shoes to ease pain during the healing process. Wearing a brace or using custom orthotics, especially during physical activity, may help improve your gait and prevent further damage to your foot.
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Modern Movement Medicine is dedicated to helping you get relief from your pain. Our interdisciplinary healthcare team offers drug-free, surgery-free treatments that provide long-term results for Foot pain.
