Poorly fitting shoes can worsen and, in some cases, cause foot problems. What are the different types of foot problems?įoot pain is often caused by improper foot function. These problems can result in limited movement and mobility. Foot problems can cause pain, inflammation, or injury. The foot is susceptible to many stresses. It is made up of 26 bones connected by many joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Or take an over-the-counter pain reliever like ibuprofen (such as Advil) acetaminophen (Tylenol), or aspirin.The foot is one of the most complex parts of the body. Ice: to reduce pain and swelling, try putting ice under the arch.
Cut back on activities that make your foot hurt. The hamstrings, calf muscles, Achilles Tendon and Plantar Fascia all work together during gait, so tightness in one area often causes problems in another area.įootminders recommends the following orthotics for arch pain:Īrch pain treatment with orthotic insoles can be complemented with the following: At the same time, stretching of the Achilles Tendon, calf muscles and hamstrings creates a lot more flexibility during walking and takes the stress out of the Plantar Fascia.
Our arch supports help release the tension on the Plantar Fascia, thereby treating the cause of Plantar Fasciitis and arch pain. The powerful combination of support and cushioning provides relief to arch pain, as well as many other foot and lower body ailments.Īdditionally, realignment of the feet and ankles also helps to improve you body posture and can assist with the treatment of knee and lower back pain.įootminders are podiatrist-designed orthotic insoles that prevent over-pronation and support the arches. This treatment regime is also very effective for the treatment of heel pain.įootminders podiatry orthotic insoles are a simple, easy, low-cost solution to arch pain. Medical studies on foot pain found that a combination of stretching exercises and wearing a standard, off-the-shelf orthotic shoe insert is the most effective way of dealing with arch pain. Treatment solutions for Arch Pain (Plantar Fasciitis) you have tight Achilles tendons and/or calf muscles.you walk, stand, or run for long periods of time, especially on hard surfaces.