{"id":9558,"date":"2022-05-26T11:39:09","date_gmt":"2022-05-26T18:39:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/?p=9558"},"modified":"2024-02-16T11:22:09","modified_gmt":"2024-02-16T19:22:09","slug":"pain-in-top-of-foot-6-causes-and-remedies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/pain-in-top-of-foot-6-causes-and-remedies\/","title":{"rendered":"Pain In Top of Foot: 6 Causes and Remedies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-of-FootFT.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9599\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-of-FootFT.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"512\" height=\"431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-of-FootFT.jpg 512w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-of-FootFT-300x253.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top of foot pain is simultaneously frustrating and confounding. It\u2019s such an odd location for an injury that it may seem nonsensical, but there are <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plenty <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of reasonable causes behind those aggravating aches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve put together a list of the six most common causes of foot pain\u2014<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">top<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of foot pain, to be exact. Along with each cause, you\u2019ll find a section on how to remedy the problem, either at home or with the help of a medical professional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on to learn about what might be causing that pesky pain in your foot and gather some well-informed advice about the next step forward.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#1 Tendinitis<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tendinitis is a condition caused by inflammation of the tendons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tendons are the connective tissue that attaches your muscles to the bones. Tendinitis itself has many causes, though the most typical one is over-exertion from repeated movement.<sup>1<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For instance, a baseball pitcher could develop tendinitis in the tops of their feet after drilling the same pitch all practice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few other possible causes of tendinitis are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arthritis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain diseases of the kidneys and blood<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injury<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects from certain medications<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compensatory pain<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When experiencing tendinitis, one can often feel a dull ache or tightness in the affected area. Professional diagnosis requires an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">evaluation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a physical examination, a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">range of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">motion test, and sometimes medical imaging like an X-ray or an MRI.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Tendinitis Remedies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At-home tendinitis management will sound familiar if you\u2019ve ever dealt with a sports injury. Most cases can be treated with rest, the elevation of the affected limb, and careful stretching once movement is no longer painful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A compression bandage, over-the-counter pain medications or anti-inflammatories, and heat or ice may help manage pain on top of foot as well as swelling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More severe or chronic cases of tendinitis may require professional intervention. There are various treatments a doctor might recommend, from steroid shots to physical therapy\u2014or, in extreme cases, surgery.<sup>1<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#2 Stress Fracture<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your feet and ankles are home to twenty-six individual bones. Five of them in each foot are known as metatarsals. The metatarsals run along the top of your feet, connecting your ankles to your toes.<sup>3<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The metatarsals are a common location for stress fractures, particularly in women. Stress fractures, similar to tendinitis, typically occur because of over-exertion of a body part. Your foot pain may be related to a stress fracture of the (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">any of bones can have stress fractures, not just metatarsals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) metatarsals if:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You participate regularly in strenuous, high impact activities involving the feet and ankles, like running or jumping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve recently increased the intensity or frequency of your exercise routine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have a condition such as arthritis, osteopenia or osteoporosis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have pre-existing nerve damage, called neuropathy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your top-of-foot pain worsens with exercise or even normal activities such as walking<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress fractures develop over time. If you\u2019re feeling pain that reminds you of a deep bruise, it may be a developing stress fracture called a stress reaction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Stress Fracture Remedies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suspect that you may have a stress fracture or stress reaction, you should see a doctor for an official diagnosis and treatment plan. While you\u2019re waiting for your appointment, make sure to keep your weight off the foot that\u2019s hurting, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">avoid walking barefoot<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and elevate it when possible.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be especially careful to abstain from the activity that you suspect may have caused the fracture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your doctor will conduct a physical examination and an evaluation. Plus, they\u2019ll probably order some imaging as well. If it turns out that a stress fracture is the reason behind your symptoms, here\u2019s what you may be able to expect moving forward:<sup>4<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete recovery will require up to eight weeks of rest and immobilization.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your doctor may fit you with a cast, a boot, or a rigid-soled shoe to help you keep your foot in the correct position and limit motion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may receive a prescription for anti-inflammatories or painkillers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physician-approved physical therapy involving low-impact exercise and cross-training is a possible avenue if you\u2019re itching to get moving.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-Of-Foot1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9600\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-Of-Foot1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"342\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-Of-Foot1.jpg 342w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-Of-Foot1-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>#3 Bone Spurs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone spurs are painful, bony growths that form along the edges of bones. They tend to occur frequently in and around joints, like the joints between the metatarsals and the toes.<sup>5<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of the time, bone spurs don\u2019t cause any symptoms. When symptoms <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">do <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">occur, it\u2019s best to get checked out by a doctor. Left untreated, severe bone spurs can end up causing long-term mobility problems and are often associated with other conditions like arthritis.<sup>3<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain, tenderness, and swelling are the most common physical symptoms of bone spurs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Bone Spur Remedies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the most part, pain from bone spurs can be addressed at home with over-the-counter medications, the application of ice, and quality rest. Specially designed shoes, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can help cushion and support your feet, relieving pressure and stress associated with bone spurs.<sup>3<\/sup> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If home remedies don\u2019t bring relief, a medical practitioner can recommend further treatment. Physical therapy, steroid shots, prescription pain medicine, and surgery are all options for the rare chronic case of bone spurs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone spurs that occur on the top of the midfoot are common and can be easily irritated by shoes and also laces.\u00a0 Choose styles that avoid this delicate area if you have a bone spur that is causing irritation and pain. Also, try relacing the laces to avoid the \u201ccriss cross\u201d right at the site. This will alleviate some pressure, friction and rubbing at the area. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/orthotics.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8162 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Arch-Support-Inserts-CTA.jpg\" alt=\"shop-arch-support-inserts\" width=\"998\" height=\"234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Arch-Support-Inserts-CTA.jpg 998w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Arch-Support-Inserts-CTA-300x70.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Arch-Support-Inserts-CTA-768x180.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 998px) 100vw, 998px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#4 Gout<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gout is an arthrophy which is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood. It can later cause gouty arthritis. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The effects of gout are chiefly felt in the feet, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and most commonly affected is the great toe joint. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Uric acid crystals become trapped in the joints, resulting in attacks of gout. When left untreated, these crystal structures may solidify <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">into \u201ctophi\u201d,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 causing pain and permanent damage to the affected joints.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain in the top of the foot can sometimes be caused by gout. Here are some other associated symptoms to look out for:<sup>6<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acute pain in the joints, particularly the joints in the big toe (pain tends to be most intense for the first 5-10 hours of the attack)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redness, hot to the touch, and swelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty moving<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Persisting discomfort after the initial onset of pain has ended<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attacks that escalate in frequency, intensity, and amount of joints affected<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Gout Remedies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suspect you may be suffering from gout, get in touch with your doctor as soon as you can. It\u2019s a treatable condition, but it\u2019s safest to address it early on. Early intervention and treatment with medications that reduce the amount of uric acid in the blood can circumvent the effects of gout.<sup>7<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some medications for other comorbidities can also precipitate gout attacks, such as blood pressure medications. \u00a0 Your doctor may treat you with short term oral or injectable anti inflammatories and may also need to prescribe a more long term treatment, in more severe cases, to prevent future flair ups. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctors typically recommend lifestyle changes along with treatment for gout. Losing any extra weight, changing your diet, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">avoiding gout triggering foods, staying hydrated<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and reducing your use of alcohol and cigarettes could greatly assist in treating and preventing gout attacks. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#5 Arthritis\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arthritis, a condition where bones and their surrounding cartilage suffer painful damage, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thinning <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and inflammation, has several causes, symptoms, and possible locations in the body. Pain and stiffness in the joints of the feet are frequently related to arthritis. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The three most common types of arthritis found in the feet are:<sup>8<\/sup><\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rheumatoid arthritis <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Both feet tend to be equally affected by this autoimmunerelated manifestation of arthritis.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Osteoarthritis <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Cartilage between bones eventually wears down due to age and repeated movement. Osteoarthritis will present differently depending upon the individual.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Trauma-related arthritis <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Arthritis can develop due to damaged cartilage from an injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Arthritis Remedies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the umbrella of arthritis can cover a wide range of diseases and underlying causes, there are also many ways to treat it.\u00a0 Here\u2019s how arthritis-related pain in the foot can be addressed:<sup>9<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain and inflammation can be managed with over-the-counter anti-inflammatories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A therapist could help exercise and stretching routines to the\u00a0 affected areas to keep the body as limber as possible, build strength and resiliency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A doctor may prescribe corticosteroid injections to affected joints.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Orthotic aids like insoles and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/womens-shoes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comfortable shoes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reduce severe pain and support movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If arthritis is too advanced for gentle, at-home therapies, there are a variety of surgeries that can help. From surgical removal of spurs to the fusion of bones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and joint replacement surgeries. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Modern medical science has more than risen to the challenge of treating arthritis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-Of-Foot2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9601\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-Of-Foot2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"342\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-Of-Foot2.jpg 342w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Pain-In-Top-Of-Foot2-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>#6 Ganglion Cyst<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ganglion cysts are benign lumps usually located around joints and tendons. They can be so small that they\u2019re impossible to notice or grow to be the size of a ping-pong ball.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science is still unsure about the exact cause of ganglion cysts. They may be related to arthritis or come about due to an injury or oxer-exertion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically a ganglion cyst will resolve itself without treatment. However, when they\u2019re located on the top of the foot, they can cause sharp pain and discomfort that may need addressing.<sup>6<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ganglion Cyst Remedies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most ganglion cysts go away on their own. Even so, if you have a persistent, painful lump, make an appointment to get it checked out, just in case. A doctor can lance and drain a ganglion cyst that\u2019s causing you discomfort.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Get Ahead of Foot Pain With Vionic<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t keep wearing shoes that put you in pain, a<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nd relace laces to avoid the \u201ccriss cross\u201d to lay just over the cyst. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top of foot pain can be exacerbated and even partially caused by ill-fitted, poorly-designed footwear. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vionic\u2019<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s science-backed orthotic shoes can help you find relief from foot pain, one pair at a time. Our Vio Motion\u2122 footbed technology was developed by the experts at the Vionic Innovation Lab, a team of podiatric professionals. In fact, many of our shoes carry the American Podiatric Medical Association\u2019s Seal of Acceptance. Some of our footwear lines include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/7-types-of-performance-shoes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">performance shoes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/slippers.html\">women&#8217;s slip on slippers<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/orthopedic-sandals-for-men-a-complete-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">orthopedic sandals for men<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/men\/slippers.html\">house shoes for men<\/a> and possibly the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/6-most-comfortable-womens-dress-shoes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most comfortable dress shoes for women<\/a>. So you can find a shoe that can alleviate your foot problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best news of all? Vionic shoes are just as stylish as they are supportive. Browse our selection of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/comfortable-walking-sandals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">walking sandals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find the perfect fair-weather pair and shop for all seasons. Walk the path to pain-free mobility in a pair of posh Vionic shoes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reviewed\u00a0 by:<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Jacqueline Sutera is a surgically trained doctor of podiatric medicine specializing in the prevention and treatment of foot pathology. She graduated from Fordham University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Philosophy. She later attended the New York College of Podiatric Medicine where she earned the degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Sutera received her postgraduate residency training at the busy level-one trauma center at Jamaica Hospital in Queens, NY and Brookdale Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. During her time there, she served as chief surgical resident and received and completed training in all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Dr. Sutera is Board Certified in Foot Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot &amp; Ankle Surgeons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She is also a proud member and spokesperson for the<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.apma.org\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Podiatric Medical Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the New York State Podiatric Medical Society. As one of NYC&#8217;s premier podiatric physicians, she is a caring, conscientious and extremely personable doctor who prides herself on being holistic in her approach to foot care. Where other doctors treat feet only locally, she has a unique gift of being able to link some foot problems to other underlying conditions taking place in the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Sources:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pietrangelo, Ann. &#8220;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is Tendinitis?&#8221; <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthline. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29 September, 2021<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/tendinitis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/tendinitis<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Tendinitis.&#8221; <em>Cleveland Clinic<\/em>. <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/10919-tendinitis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/10919-tendinitis<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Stress Fractures.&#8221; <em>Cleveland Clinic<\/em>. <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/15841-stress-fractures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/15841-stress-fractures<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Metatarsal stress fractures &#8211; aftercare.&#8221; <em>Medline Plus<\/em>.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/patientinstructions\/000553.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/patientinstructions\/000553.htm<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Bone spurs.&#8221; Mayo Clinic.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/bone-spurs\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20370212#:~:text=Bone%20spurs%20are%20bony%20projections,joint%20damage%20associated%20with%20osteoarthritis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/bone-spurs\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20370212#:~:text=Bone%20spurs%20are%20bony%20projections,joint%20damage%20associated%20with%20osteoarthritis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Ericksonn Gabbey, Amber. &#8220;Ganglion Cysts.&#8221; <em>Healthline<\/em>. Updated 24 January, 2022.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/ganglion-cysts#prevention\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/ganglion-cysts#prevention<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Watson, Stephanie. &#8220;Gout: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments.&#8221; <em>Healthline<\/em>. 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