Foot pain
Foot pain is a common problem with a wide range of possible causes.
This pagesummarises some of the maincauses of pain in the foot, toes or heel ( Plantar fasciitis is also covered in more detail separately).
Many conditions that cause foot pain can be managed yourself at home, but you should see your GP if you're concerned about any severe or persistent pain in your feet.
Foot pain is a common problem with a wide range of possible causes.
Common causes of foot pain include: sprains and strains gout verrucas blisters, corns and calluses bunions ingrowing toenails plantar fasciitis (heel pain) Morton's neuroma
Sprains and strains are very common injuries that affect muscles and ligaments (strong bands of tissue around joints that connect one bone to another). They often occur if you change direction or spee
Plantar fasciitis is the result of damage to the tough band of tissue (fascia) that runs under the sole of the foot, which causes pain in the heel. It most commonly affects people aged 40 to 60 who ar
Metatarsalgia isthe term for pain that occurs in the front section of the foot. It's is often described as a burning or aching pain that ranges from mild to severe and gets worse when walking. It ca
Foot pain can sometimes be caused by an object embedded in the foot. It may therefore be worth considering whether you havestepped on something sharp with bare feet and examining your foot for a wound
People with diabetes can experience a number of potentially serious problems affecting their feet,some of which can be very painful. This is because the condition can damage nerves and blood vessels i