Your extensor tendons lie on top of your foot just underneath your skin, and they help to control movement of your foot and toes. Like any tendon, they can be overstressed, and when this happens the tendon becomes inflammed. Rest usually helps acute inflammation, but if the problem occurs regularly, it could lead to what’s […]
What’s Causing Pain On The Top Of My Foot?
One complaint we hear in our office from time to time is that a patient is experiencing pain on the top of their foot. This then leads to a couple of follow up questions, including whether or not the patient suffered an acute injury or if activity makes the problem worse. If they haven’t suffered […]
