Foot Pain
Identifier

Please check the image bellow and click the appropriate icon based on the area inflicted.

Heel

The heel is the largest and most important bone of the tarsus since in each of our movements it is the first area of ​​the body that comes into contact with the ground. Its special construction allows the absorption of vibration while walking or running while at the same time, due to its position, it supports the ankle, which serves crucial functions during the walking cycle. Its rear surface protrudes behind the ankle joint and is circular to assist in body stability during stopping or walking.

In most cases, heel pain (peteral) is caused by the excessive strain on bone, soft tissue or tissue of the heel area.

Toes

The toes are located on the front of the foot and play an important role in the stability and the body’s abilitity to balance. Each foot has 5 toes and each toe consists of 3 phalanges, the first the second, the middle and the third, as well as the nails, except for the big toe that has only 2 phalanges. The phalanges of the toes are joined with the metatarsal bones of the foot in the metatarsophalangeal joints.

The deformities of the toes are easily perceived and are due either to anatomical particularities like larger metatarsal, bigger toe, or dysfunction of the muscles that hold the toes together. Without proper care, they can become particularly painful, resulting in extremely limited movement of the toes affecting further the walking and especially the gait pattern.

Hallux Valgus-Bunion

Hallux Valgus-Bunion is a frequent anatomical anomaly of the feet and occurs with the deformation of the first hinge of the big toe. As a natural consequence, the head of the first metatarsal and the deviation of the large toe towards the second or third finger are also observed, which are also deformed.

Nails

Beautiful, healthy and tidy nails are indissolubly linked to our exterior appearance. Apart from their aesthetic role, nails protect the fingertips and surrounding soft tissues from injuries. They consist of keratin, water, organic elements, trace elements and lipids.

Nails are horn plaques that cover part of the last phalanx of the toes, protecting and helping fingers in their movements. We distinguish three parts: the uterus, the body and the edge of the nail. Full replacement of a snout on the feet requires a period of 12-18 months.

Oncychomycosis is the fungal infection of the nails and onychocryptosis is the medical term for ingrowing toe nail. Both pathologies are treated by podiatry.

Metatarsus

Metatarsus is the area of ​​metatarsal bone, that is, the area located in the anterior part of the tread. The foot consists of five metatarsal bones that start from the arch area and end up in the phalanges of the fingers. During gait, when the fingers tend to be lifted off the ground to drive the movement (push phase), all body weight is transferred to the metatarsals, resulting in dramatic increases in pressures.

Pain and / or discomfort in the metatarsal area is known as metatarsalgia.

  • Heel

    The heel is the largest and most important bone of the tarsus since in each of our movements it is the first area of ​​the body that comes into contact with the ground. Its special construction allows the absorption of vibration while walking or running while at the same time, due to its position, it supports the ankle, which serves crucial functions during the walking cycle. Its rear surface protrudes behind the ankle joint and is circular to assist in body stability during stopping or walking.

    In most cases, heel pain (peteral) is caused by the excessive strain on bone, soft tissue or tissue of the heel area.

  • Toes

    The toes are located on the front of the foot and play an important role in the stability and the body’s abilitity to balance. Each foot has 5 toes and each toe consists of 3 phalanges, the first the second, the middle and the third, as well as the nails, except for the big toe that has only 2 phalanges. The phalanges of the toes are joined with the metatarsal bones of the foot in the metatarsophalangeal joints.

    The deformities of the toes are easily perceived and are due either to anatomical particularities like larger metatarsal, bigger toe, or dysfunction of the muscles that hold the toes together. Without proper care, they can become particularly painful, resulting in extremely limited movement of the toes affecting further the walking and especially the gait pattern.

  • Hallux Valgus-Bunion

    Hallux Valgus-Bunion is a frequent anatomical anomaly of the feet and occurs with the deformation of the first hinge of the big toe. As a natural consequence, the head of the first metatarsal and the deviation of the large toe towards the second or third finger are also observed, which are also deformed.

  • Nails

    Beautiful, healthy and tidy nails are indissolubly linked to our exterior appearance. Apart from their aesthetic role, nails protect the fingertips and surrounding soft tissues from injuries. They consist of keratin, water, organic elements, trace elements and lipids.

    Nails are horn plaques that cover part of the last phalanx of the toes, protecting and helping fingers in their movements. We distinguish three parts: the uterus, the body and the edge of the nail. Full replacement of a snout on the feet requires a period of 12-18 months.

    Oncychomycosis is the fungal infection of the nails and onychocryptosis is the medical term for ingrowing toe nail. Both pathologies are treated by podiatry.

  • Metatarsus

    Metatarsus is the area of ​​metatarsal bone, that is, the area located in the anterior part of the tread. The foot consists of five metatarsal bones that start from the arch area and end up in the phalanges of the fingers. During gait, when the fingers tend to be lifted off the ground to drive the movement (push phase), all body weight is transferred to the metatarsals, resulting in dramatic increases in pressures.

    Pain and / or discomfort in the metatarsal area is known as metatarsalgia.

FAQ

We deal with foot and leg related problems. We meet with you to determine the nature of your problem and design a remedy and maintenance program for you. This may include a once only visit, treatment program, personalised fitting for orthotics or special shoe wear, a specially designed exercise program, liaison with your doctor for specialist referrals or specialised treatments.

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