Foot cramps can be at the least annoying and at the most quite
painful. It can be caused due to various factors like foot exertion,
improper blood circulation, substance abuse, malnutrition etc. Foot
cramps may also be caused when your feet don't get enough oxygen due to
poor blood circulation to the feet. The best relief for foot cramps is
stretching exercises. Though annoying, they are not a cause for concern
by themselves but sometimes may lead to serious problems. So it is a
good idea to see a podiatrist if you have severe foot cramps often.
You
can lessen the chances of developing foot cramps by wearing
right-fitting shoes. Do some simple stretching before you do any kind of
exercise program to loosen the muscles. It is very important to loosen
the leg muscles before you take a swim as you may get foot cramps in the
water. When you have a cramping sensation, place your feet under
running water alternating between cool water and warm water. Follow this
with a good foot massage for five to ten minutes.
Do you have peripheral vascular disease?
You may have peripheral vascular disease when there is poor blood circulation to the feet and legs. The walls of the arteries get thickened and this may lead to this foot problem. It could occur due to diabetes. Some of the common symptoms of Peripheral vascular disease are a dull cramping pain in the calf muscle or numbness or tingling in the foot or toes. There may also be changes in the color of the skin.
You may have peripheral vascular disease when there is poor blood circulation to the feet and legs. The walls of the arteries get thickened and this may lead to this foot problem. It could occur due to diabetes. Some of the common symptoms of Peripheral vascular disease are a dull cramping pain in the calf muscle or numbness or tingling in the foot or toes. There may also be changes in the color of the skin.
This
problem can be treated though it may take a while and you have to be
extra careful with your foot hygiene while it is healing. It is also
important to wear right fitting footwear that does not cause too much
pressure. If you have any corns or calluses, get it treated immediately
because if you don't, the skin may break down and may be difficult to
heal later on.
Treating children's foot problems
Proper foot care and foot treatment should begin in childhood. Some common foot disorders that affect children are flat feet, ingrown toenails and knock knees. Preventive foot treatment is important to your child. Many children walk in an awkward way which is termed pigeon toed, flat footed, or bowlegged. This may not cause pain at present but may get worse and cause pain as they get older. It is important for parents to get these foot disorders treated early. Curved feet and tendon contractures are other childhood foot problems. A podiatric doctor will be able to diagnose the problem and treat the child.
Proper foot care and foot treatment should begin in childhood. Some common foot disorders that affect children are flat feet, ingrown toenails and knock knees. Preventive foot treatment is important to your child. Many children walk in an awkward way which is termed pigeon toed, flat footed, or bowlegged. This may not cause pain at present but may get worse and cause pain as they get older. It is important for parents to get these foot disorders treated early. Curved feet and tendon contractures are other childhood foot problems. A podiatric doctor will be able to diagnose the problem and treat the child.
Some
complaints from children could be because of what is called growing
pains. The bones grow faster than tissues, tendons and ligaments and so
may take several months to catch up to the length of the bones. This
causes pain but it will pass. But do not ignore any complaint of pain
from your child.
Treat your tendonitis
The tendon is found at the end of the muscle and attaches the muscle to the bone. Athletes overwork their tendons during rigorous practice and this may stress the area and cause tendonitis. Tendonitis is usually found in the foot as we use it the most and this is true for every one of us, not just athletes. The muscle gets tired and weakens, which may cause pain and swelling. Podiatrists or foot doctors may ask you to wear a support to restrict movement and help it heal. Your podiatrist may also want you to take an ultrasound to check the damage. If the pain persists, an MRI Scan may need to be taken in case there is a tear in the tendon or a rupture where the tendon meets the bone.
The tendon is found at the end of the muscle and attaches the muscle to the bone. Athletes overwork their tendons during rigorous practice and this may stress the area and cause tendonitis. Tendonitis is usually found in the foot as we use it the most and this is true for every one of us, not just athletes. The muscle gets tired and weakens, which may cause pain and swelling. Podiatrists or foot doctors may ask you to wear a support to restrict movement and help it heal. Your podiatrist may also want you to take an ultrasound to check the damage. If the pain persists, an MRI Scan may need to be taken in case there is a tear in the tendon or a rupture where the tendon meets the bone.
Athletes
need to see a good foot doctor who understands sports injuries and can
help, as severe tendonitis can hamper their sports career. They should
go back for follow up visits after they are better, especially when they
get back to their normal training and participation in competitions.
Sometimes corrective surgery may be needed to realign the tendon.
To consult with a professional podiatric doctor specialized in
sports medicine, contact Cupertino Podiatry. Call 408-358-6234 for an
appointment. Dr. Cornelison will be able to treat any foot related
problem and injury. If you are an athlete, extra precautions have to be
taken when it comes to treating an injury. Do not put off visiting a
podiatrist as the problem could worsen and jeopardize your career.
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