Forefoot pain can be anywhere from and around the ball of the foot extending to
your toes. The pain may also be present on the top of your foot or around the sides of the forefoot.
Symptoms may be caused by many different reasons and can therefore differ by each condition. However most commonly the pain can be described as a sharp pain with weight-bearing or could feel like a burning, tingly, numb sensation.
Possible diagnosis for forefoot pain:
Stress fracture
Plantar plate injury
Morton’s Neuroma
Interdigital bursitis
Sesamoiditis
Tendonitis
Bunions
Gout
These conditions may be caused due to:
Trauma to the foot
Wearing inappropriate footwear with poor support, narrow toe box or high heels
Walking barefoot
Prolonged standing and weight-bearing
Increased levels of physical activity
Biomechanical imbalances and uneven pressure distribution along the foot
Treatment at home to alleviate symptoms:
RICE- (Rest, Ice, Compress and Elevate)
Topical Voltaren or NSAID’s (Non-Steroid Anti-inflammatory drugs)
Avoiding barefoot and inappropriate footwear such as jandals and heels
Help from a Podiatrist at Complete Podiatry include:
Strapping of the forefoot – to secure and support the forefoot and toes
Padding and off-loading- correct off-loading and cushioning around the injured area
Orthotic intervention- addressing the underlying biomechanical cause and allowing even distribution of pressure along the foot
Footwear recommendations- for a supportive and cushioned footwear that is appropriate for your foot type
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