Pain in the arch of the foot is an incredibly common symptom. During our lives, many of us will suffer from arch pain, or similar foot and ankle pain. Sometimes, arch pain can be caused by something as simple as heavy exercise. If the pain in your foot lessens after a few weeks you’re likely in the clear. However, if your arch pain has persisted for a while, you might have an underlying condition that requires treatment. In this post on orthoflexx.com, we’re going to explore some of the possible causes of pain in the arch of the foot. Then, we’ll take a look at some tried and tested treatment methods, such as arch support insoles, to get back your...
Our feet are one of the most important parts of our body and taking care of them is a daily task. While preventative measures are always the best to stop any foot pain chronic progression, sometimes foot pain may be due to causes completely outside of our control. Heel of foot pain causes, and pain on the bottom of the foot, for example, may have more to do with the genetic shape of your foot, than the way in which, or how often, you walk...
Plantar fasciitis results from collagen breakdown of the plantar fascia at the heel bone and surrounding structures. It is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia - a strong sheet of tissue that extends from the heel of the foot and spreads out to connect the toes. The plantar fascia helps to maintain the physiological biomechanics of the foot...
