Your foot is made up of 26 bones, 33 joints, and hundreds of muscles, nerves and ligaments. Given this complex structure and the amount of punishment feet endure every day, it's no wonder that foot pain is so common.
Foot pain can affect any part of your foot, from your toes to the Achilles tendon at the back of your heel. Some foot pain is simply an annoyance. But foot pain can also be more serious, especially if it affects your ability to work, play sports or get around easily. Minor foot pain usually responds well to home treatment, but disabling pain is likely to need medical attention. If not treated, some types of foot pain can lead to long-term damage or disability.
Self care :Overuse problems usually develop a few hours or up to a day after exercise or activity. Though they can cause severe
pain, they're not a medical emergency and often respond well to home treatments. For the best results, start these measures within 48 hours after a trauma or overuse injury :
- Protection. Keep weight off your foot as much as possible.
- Rest. Take a break from your normal activities.
- Ice Place an ice pack or bag of frozen peas on your foot for 15 to 20 minutes three times a day.
- Compression. Use a compression bandage to reduce swelling.
- Elevation. Elevate your foot to help reduce swelling.
The above information thankfully comes from the Mayo Clinic.com at the following
link.
