February 10, 2023

It is common for most of us to visit the dentist when our teeth ache. But when our feet hurt, do we simply chalk it up as a discomfort of modern living? Unfortunately, most people do. A survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) found that most Americans suffer from foot pain at least some of the time, and we suffer from foot pain more than any other body part we regard as vital to our health, such as our teeth, skin, or hearts. American’s consider their feet to be the least important part of their body and function for their health, according to the APMA study.

We can often detect signs of arthritis, diabetes, nerve and circulatory problems in our feet as well as indicators of our overall health. Foot pain is also associated with a higher risk of weight and heart problems, back pain, knee pain, and joint pain.

So what’s the best way to tell if your foot pain is just annoying, or if it deserves a podiatrist’s attention? Marcus Yetter says, “Persistent pain or sudden, severe pain should definitely raise alarm bells”. Furthermore, podiatrists are the best people to treat foot ailments, as there are a number of causes for foot pain. These conditions include:

  • Atherosclerosis;
  • Foot infection;
  • It is a condition characterized by the enlargement of the big toe joint;
  • Injuries to the feet and ankles;
  • It is particularly painful if the heel pain is chronic;
  • Fungus in the nails;
  • An artery in the legs that is blocked or narrowed is known as peripheral arterial disease;
  • Nerve compression;
  • Inflammatory skin disease;
  • Having warts;
  • Damage to the nerves or wounds caused by diabetes

As of today, podiatrists are experts in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and related leg structures. There are 15,000 podiatrists practicing in the country, working in a wide range of fields, including sports medicine, pediatrics, dermatology, and diabetes.

  • Surgery is performed;
  • Examine and record your medical history;
  • Medicines are prescribed;
  • Injuries resulting from sports should be treated during breaks;
  • Provide appliance and insole prescriptions, as well as custom-made shoes;
  • Physical therapy should be ordered and provided;
  • Obtain an X-ray or other imaging scan and interpret it; and
  • Provide health care to you as a team member

You can contact our office at 949-588-8833, or visit our website at https://www.ocfootdoctor.com. Our offices are in Laguna Hills, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, Lake Forest, Foothill Ranch, and Costa Mesa.

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🏢 24331 El Toro Rd, Suite 370 Laguna Woods CA 92637

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