Foot pain is a common complaint.
You may experience a mild cramp or a burning, stabbing pain.
The course of treatment is individual and depends on the cause.
You may experience discomfort in the following areas of your foot:
• Bone;
• Muscle;
• Ligaments;
• Tendon;
• Nerve;
• Blood vessel;
• Soft tissue;
• Joint.
Causes of foot pain include:
• Muscle spasm;
• Trauma;
• Circulatory problems;
• Nerve problems;
• Electrolyte imbalance;
• Arthritis;
• Restless legs syndrome;
• Gout.
Be sure to see a doctor if you have any of the following symptoms:
• Your foot is red, swollen, black, or blue;
• The leg is cold and pale;
• The pain is worse with physical activity and the discomfort is relieved with rest;
• The pain has not been relieved by home treatment;
• Fever.
