Specialized Foot & Ankle Care in Colorado Springs

Foot Pain

Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group

Your feet and ankles provide the foundation for movement and are essential for walking, standing, working, exercising, and participating in sports. Injuries and conditions affecting these areas can make even simple daily activities painful or difficult.

CSOG provides specialized care for a broad range of foot and ankle conditions, including fractures, arthritis, tendon and ligament problems, deformities, sports injuries, and other disorders affecting mobility. Our specialists offer both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options based on your individual condition.

Treatment may include physical therapy, activity modification, bracing, injections, minimally invasive procedures, or advanced surgery when appropriate. Our goal is to relieve pain, restore stability and function, and help you get back on your feet and return to the activities you enjoy.

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What is Foot Pain?

The foot is composed of bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. As your feet bear the weight of your entire body, they are more prone to injury and pain.

Foot pain occurs from distress induced by certain factors on the foot. It is a common problem experienced by young athletes involved in various activities such as running and jumping. Normally, foot pain can be treated with home treatments and may take time to heal. However, in cases of severe injury, adequate evaluation and treatment are required.

What are the Causes of Foot Pain?

Foot pain may arise due to

• Advanced age
• Being overweight
• Being involved in excessive sports activities or walking
• injury or trauma
• Inborn foot deformities
• Wearing poorly fitted shoes
• From standing for a long duration

Certain disorders may induce foot pain and include Achilles tendinitis, Achilles tendon rupture, bone spurs, broken ankle, foot or toe, bunions, diabetic neuropathy, gout, osteoarthritis, hammertoe, mallet toe, plantar warts, ingrown toenails, foot tendinitis, and foot tumors.

How is Foot Pain Diagnosed?

When you present to the clinic with foot pain, your doctor will review your history and perform a thorough physical examination of your foot. Imaging techniques such as X-rays, CT scan and MRI scans may be ordered to confirm the diagnosis.

What are the Treatment Options for Foot Pain?

The treatment of foot pain depends upon the fundamental cause. The usual measures to treat foot pain include rest, medications, ice, compression, elevation, using crutches to avoid load bearing on the foot, and performing stretching and strengthening exercises.

Other methods that may be considered include ultrasound, electrical stimulators and laser therapy to enhance circulation and stimulate healing. In some cases, depending upon your condition and the underlying deformity, surgery may be recommended.