While the occasional aches and pains can often come and go, persistent pain could be a sign of a chronic medical concern. Many live with constant foot pain, believing it is normal or will resolve over time. Instead, work with your doctor to get to the root cause of your chronic foot pain and find an appropriate treatment option.
Causes of Constant Foot Pain
A wide range of conditions can cause constant foot pain, some of the most common include:
- Achilles tendonitis
- Arthritis
- Bone spurs
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Flat feet
- Gout
- Neuropathy
- Plantar fasciitis
- Stress fractures
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
Because the causes of chronic foot pain may vary so greatly, getting an accurate diagnosis from your podiatrist is the first place to start. Once you and your doctor understand the root cause of your pain, you can then focus on treatment and prevention.
Chronic Foot Pain Treatment Options
The appropriate treatment for your foot pain will depend on the underlying cause. However, there are some things you can do at home to help alleviate pain while you await a diagnosis.
- Wear properly fitting footwear.
- Keep the painful foot (or feet) elevated.
- Apply ice to reduce swelling.
After a proper diagnosis, your podiatrist may recommend treatment options such as custom insoles, physical therapy, medications, or foot or ankle surgery.
If you’re struggling with chronic foot pain and want to learn more about treatment options, call our Gaithersburg office at 301-948-2995 or contact us online with questions or to schedule a consultation today.
