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If you have a bunion, you know how painful it can be. You may also have stiffness, swelling, or a bumpy protrusion on your big toe. Bunion pain happens when the bones in the front part of your foot move out of place, pulling your big toe toward the other toes. It also pushes the joint at the base of your big toe outward. This is why you’re in pain.

Stress fractures in young athletes develop gradually from repetitive impacts and are easy to miss early on. Watch for localized pain, swelling, and discomfort that worsens with activity and doesn’t improve with rest. Early diagnosis, often requiring an MRI, is crucial for effective treatment and shorter recovery times.

Ankle sprains and torn ligaments can vary in severity for the same injury. The more severe the injury, the more it will swell and hurt. There are a few differences you can use to tell whether your ankle has suffered a mild to moderate sprain versus a more serious ligament tear, including the timeline of swelling and amount of pain.

Plantar fasciitis is caused by overstressed tissue, while heel spurs are calcium deposits on the heel bone. Accurate diagnosis often requires imaging, as symptoms for both conditions overlap. Conservative treatments like stretching, orthotics, and shockwave therapy work for most cases. Persistent or severe heel pain should be evaluated by a podiatrist for effective treatment.

Everything in the human body is connected. This means that the source of your chronic ankle pain may actually be located in the soles of your feet. Not everyone with flat feet will experience ankle pain, but those who do have a range of options for treatment, including home remedies, custom orthotics, and physical therapy. In some cases, shockwave treatment may be recommended for ankle pain caused by flat feet.

A hammertoe is a toe deformity that often develops gradually, and early treatment is more effective before the joint becomes rigid and painful. Common causes include ill-fitting shoes, genetics, injuries, and certain medical conditions, with symptoms such as a bent toe, corns, pain, and difficulty straightening the toe.

Heel pain is one of the most common foot issues among both adults and children. But that doesn’t mean you have to live with it. Causes and types of heel pain vary depending on your age and lifestyle. Some heel pain is caused by athletic injuries, while others by specific medical conditions.

Growth plates in children’s bones are softer than surrounding tissue, making young athletes uniquely vulnerable to injuries that wouldn’t affect adult bones the same way. Early sport specialization is increasing injury rates because it forces repetitive motions year-round without adequate variation or recovery time.

About a third of Americans suffer from bunions, a painful bony growth at the base of the big toe. Conventional at-home treatments can help relieve your pain, but bunions don’t go away on their own. Minimally invasive Lapiplasty may be a good option for many bunion sufferers.

Custom orthotics provide tailored support to alleviate foot pain, improve alignment, and enhance mobility. They address specific conditions like plantar fasciitis and flat feet. Patients often wonder if they’re worth it, and the answer is yes, as they offer personalized, long-term relief.

Ankle surgery may be necessary for severe injuries or chronic conditions. This guide covers when to consider surgery, what to expect during recovery, and available treatment options. Gain valuable insights to make informed decisions and support your healing process effectively.

Recovering from bunion surgery depends on the severity and type of procedure. Traditional methods may take months, while minimally invasive LapiplastyⓇ offers quicker healing, allowing walking in a boot within days and resuming activities in weeks. LapiplastyⓇ often means less pain and faster recovery.

When at-home treatments don’t work, and you’ve followed all your doctor’s other treatment plans, such as shockwave therapy, surgery may become an option. Minimally invasive foot surgery (MIS) offers a quicker recovery with less invasiveness than traditional surgery.

Nearly everyone experiences foot pain at some point in their life. You might be prone to ingrown toenails or experience sore arches or heels from standing all day. Your pain can range from the tips of your toes to your Achilles heel, or from the top of your foot to...

For many people with bunions, conservative treatments often work to help reduce pain: Changing shoes Adding padding Over-the-counter pain medications Ice packs Sometimes, though, the pain persists. When that’s the case, you and your doctor might discuss potential...

Most foot or ankle problems can be addressed with non-surgical treatments. Even talking about surgery as an option is reserved for only the most extreme or treatment-resistant cases. Here at Plymouth Podiatry, we have several non-surgical options we recommend before...

Ankle problems can not only be painful but also frustrating when they limit your movement and regular activities. For those who needed surgery, this often required surgery that meant long recovery times, infection risks, and noticeable scarring.  Today, minimally...

Approximately 12% of Americans suffer from a severe fear of going to the doctor, known as “iatrophobia.” And even more Americans – around 1 in 3 – will avoid going to the doctor even when they need one.  But if you’re suffering from pain in your foot, whether due to...

Diabetic wounds are injuries that develop on the feet and ankles in people with diabetes. Because diabetes often causes poor circulation and nerve damage, these wounds must be attended to as quickly as possible.

No one wants to live with foot pain. But what can you do when that pain refuses to go away – no matter what types of treatments you try?