PUT YOUR FOOT IN IT! (PHYSICAL THERAPY)
Are you looking for a long-lasting remedy for foot pain? We know how challenging it might be to go about your regular routines if you have foot pain due to an injury or an ailment. Our physical therapists – physiotherapists, athletic therapist, and chiropractor – are skilled at identifying your pain’s root cause and ensuring you resolve your problems as quickly as possible.
A lot of people take their feet for granted until simple actions like standing or walking become incredibly painful and limited.
The foot has 26 bones, 30 joints, and more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The coordination and timing needed for walking, balance, and overall mobility require these structures to work together. When any part of the system is off, pain and dysfunction ensue.
Stop struggling and find the foot pain relief you need at Leaps & Bounds: Performance Rehabilitation. We’ve put many in our Oakville, ON community on the road to recovery. Make the first step by contacting us to get yourself back to doing the things you love.
Common foot pain conditions
You could be suffering from foot pain for a variety of reasons. While some foot pain occurs suddenly as a result of an acute injury, it can also develop gradually due to chronic overuse or underlying conditions. Physiotherapy at Leaps & Bounds: Performance Rehabilitation in Oakville, ON can help you find lasting relief for most foot pain without medications, injections, or surgeries.
Some of the most common causes of foot pain include, but are not limited to, the following conditions:
Strains and sprains
A sprain is an irritation of the soft tissues that stabilize joints, while a strain is an irritation of the muscles that can both stabilize or move your foot. Both result in temporary inflammation, which is the first stage of the healing process.
Tendinopathy
Tendinitis, now commonly referred to as tendinopathy, occurs from excessive overloading of the tendons, causing them to become inflamed and hypersensitive.
Plantar fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is an irritation or inflammation of the connective tissue on the bottom of your foot. This can occur from aggravated overuse or improper loadings, such as constant standing, changes in footwear, or activity.
Neuropathy
Neuropathy refers to a diseased state of nerves typically associated with diabetes, medication toxicity (i.e., chemotherapy), or circulation issues like peripheral vascular disease.
Neuropathy negatively affects the sensation in your feet and can be especially problematic when cuts or injuries are not noticed. Sensation changes can also make you more susceptible to balance issues and falls.
Arthritis
Arthritis can be an inflammatory or degenerative condition that affects the joints and results in pain; the most common types including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Both types of arthritis can greatly impact the foot and ankle joints.
Fractures
A fracture occurs when the bone is subjected to excessive force or trauma, causing it to crack or break completely. In some situations, excessive force is due to overuse and the result of repetitive stresses like when running long distances.
A foot fracture could necessitate weeks of rest and, in some cases, a cast or walking boot to ensure proper healing.
Bursitis
Bursae are fluid-filled sacs that cushion and help create a smooth gliding surface to reduce friction between body tissues. Bursitis occurs when the tendons rub against the “bursae” excessively, causing them to become irritated and uncomfortable.
Tarsal tunnel syndrome
Tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs when the tarsal tunnel becomes pinched and inflamed. This nerve runs through the ankle to the foot.
FINDING FOOT PAIN RELIEF IN LEAPS AND BOUNDS
Our clinic, featuring physiotherapy, athletic therapy, chiropractic, and massage therapy, has a wealth of experience treating those in our Oakville, ON community experiencing foot pain. Your practitioner will perform a thorough assessment to identify the cause of your foot discomfort and create a customized treatment plan at your initial consultation. We’ll work hard to get you up and running again as quickly as we can.
Initially, the main objective is to reduce pain, increase joint mobility, and improve the strength of your lower leg and foot muscles. Therapeutic techniques like soft tissue and joint mobilizations are often combined with exercises to improve your balance, coordination, and gait tp make a well-rounded program.
Your practitioner will frequently review your treatment plan with you to make sure you continue to make progress. Occasionally, they may suggest lifestyle adjustments or make recommendations like temporarily using inserts or custom orthotics to assist in reducing pain.
SEE HOW WE’VE HELPED OUR OAKVILLE, ON COMMUNITY GET BACK TO THEIR LIVES!
IF YOU’RE IN OAKVILLE, ON OR SURROUNDING AREAS, REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT WITH US TODAY FOR FOOT PAIN RELIEF
Our practitioners – physiotherapists, athletic therapists, chiropractors, and massage therapists – at Leaps & Bounds: Performance Rehabilitation will help you regain mobility, alleviate your pain, and improve your strength and overall function so that you can move freely and without pain!
Make an appointment with us today, and we’ll get you back up and running as soon as possible!
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!