How to Relieve Foot and Ankle Pain

Dealing with painful feet and ankles? Find out what might be going on.

From sore feet after a day of wearing heels to achy joints from a weekend run, there are many reasons that you might be dealing with foot Heel-Painand ankle pain. While more minor issues usually won’t require a trip to see our Turnersville, NJ, podiatrist it’s also important to recognize when you should seek medical attention.
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What are the common causes of foot and ankle pain?

Where the pain originates can tell our Turnersville, NJ, podiatrists a lot about the cause of your pain. Here are common causes of pain based on the location of the pain,

Heel pain

  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Achilles tendonitis
  • Heel spur
  • Heel fracture

Ball of the foot pain

  • Metatarsalgia
  • Morton’s neuroma
  • Sesamoiditis

Arch pain

  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Flat feet

Toe pain

  • Gout
  • Ingrown toenail
  • Hammertoes
  • Bunion

Ankle pain

  • Sprains and strains
  • Ankle fracture
  • Bursitis
  • Achilles tendonitis
  • Stress fracture
  • Arthritis

When should I see a doctor?

While minor problems may be treated with rest, icing and pain relievers, it’s important to recognize when it’s time to turn to your foot doctor in Turnersville and Pennsauken, NJ, for individualized treatment. You should schedule an evaluation if,

  • You still have swelling after five days of at-home care
  • Your pain is not responding to at-home care or is getting worse
  • Your pain is accompanied by numbness and tingling

If you have diabetes or nerve damage in your feet you should call us right away if you notice any pain, swelling, redness or other changes in your feet and ankle. Even minor problems can lead to further complications if not properly and immediately addressed.

How do you treat foot and ankle pain?

The treatments that our podiatry team will recommend will depend on the condition or injury you have and how severe it is. The first line of treatment is usually more conservative and includes,

  • Stretching and strengthening exercises
  • Physical therapy
  • Rest
  • Icing
  • Bracing and splinting
  • Anti-inflammatory medications

Persistent or unresponsive pain may require rehabilitation, casting and immobilization, shockwave therapy, steroid injections or surgery.

Regional Foot and Ankle Specialists has offices in Turnersville and Pennsauken, NJ, to serve you better. Whether you are dealing with ankle pain, heel stiffness or other problems, don’t hesitate to call our office for an evaluation.


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