Forefoot Pain Heel Pain Shin Pain

Forefoot Pain

The medical term for pain in the forefoot is “Metatarsalgia”.

Causes can include:

Symptoms can be described as:

When should I see a podiatrist?

If the pain doesn’t improve after trying self-help measures
The pain is interfering significantly with everyday activities
You experience severe or sudden foot pain or a change in your foot shape (this could indicate a serious problem that requires immediate attention)

Treatments may include:

Heel Pain

There are many different causes for heel pain.

Causes can include:

Symptoms:

Heel pain is usually felt either under the heel or just behind it
Pain typically starts gradually, with no injury to the affected area. It is often triggered by wearing a flat shoe
In most cases the pain is under the foot, towards the front heel
Pain can be severe if caused by an injury. At the time of the injury the person may have noticed a popping sound.
Symptoms may be worse first thing in the morning just after getting out of bed then improve as the day goes on. The pain may then worsen towards the end of the day.

When should I see a podiatrist?

Treatments may include:

Shin Pain

Shin pain is often referred to as shin splints or medial tibial stress syndrome.

Causes:

Repetitive activity that causes stress to the shine bone and connective tissues that attach the muscle to the bone
Foot and ankle over-pronation

Symptoms can be described as:

Pain and tenderness along the tibia (shin bone) during exercise
Potential swelling of the lower legs
In chronic cases there may be lumps and bumps along the bone
In severe cases there may be red patches on the skin around the painful areas
Initially, pain will stop after exercise but as the condition worsens may become constant

When should I see a podiatrist?

Treatments may include:

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