Podiatrist for Foot Pain in Lenox Hill, NY

Pain Doesn't Have to Last Forever

It may not cross your mind that you can easily experience suffer an injury to your feet. If you have foot pain, you may be wondering if you need surgery or can solve your problems with at-home remedies. Our podiatrists in Lenox Hill, NY, explain some common foot pain causes below and the kinds of surgery performed to treat them. 

Causes of Foot Pain

Foot pain and deformities can be caused by improper shoes, genetic abnormalities, or aging. The most common conditions that cause foot pain include:

• Arthritis in the small joints in the front of your foot (known as metatarsophalangeal joints). Arthritis in these joints leads to inflammation and can dislocate the joint. Dislocations create even more pain.
• Bunions – this is a bony bump that forms at the base of the big toe as a result of "hallux valgus." Hallux valgus causes deformity in the big toe joint as it bends towards the other toes. This is also the cause of hammertoes, which is when the smaller toes bend upward and become stuck in a claw-like position.
• Plantar fasciitis – inflammation of the muscle that connects the heel to the ball of the foot. This condition positions the pain in the arch of the foot. The pain is usually relieved with foot exercises, pain medication, and rest. In some cases, surgery may be necessary.

Do I Need Surgery?

Foot pain can often be resolved with at-home treatments. However, if these treatment options do not resolve your pain, the following surgical methods may be recommended:

• Metatarsal foot surgery can be performed on arthritic joints, depending on the severity of the injury. Our podiatrist will help determine if this is the right option for you.
• Bunion surgery may include an osteotomy – a surgery to straighten the big toe and metatarsals. This gets rid of the bunion bump and relieves associated discomfort.
• Plantar fasciitis generally does not require surgery. If your case of plantar fasciitis becomes severe, we release the plantar fascia from the heel bone with a simple surgery.

If you are suffering from foot pain or have experienced an injury, contact our friendly office today. We can help get you back on your feet!

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