A lot of the stress is channeled through your foot with each step you take, and much of this pressure ends up being displaced in the area between the arch of your foot and your toes. This area is where the metatarsal bones in your feet are positioned, and trauma, stress or irritation in this […]
The Ball Of My Foot Is Swollen – What To Do
The ball of your foot takes the majority of force when you walk, run, jump and dance, and although it has a little extra padding compared to your arch or your toes, it is still susceptible to injury. Some people notice that this area is swollen and sore, especially after activities like running or other […]
Common Causes of Pain In The Ball Of Your Foot
We’ve talked a lot about what problems could be developing if you’re experiencing pain in your heel, but we haven’t done an in-depth look at conditions that are characterized by pain in the ball of your foot. So that’s the focus of today’s blog. Below, we take a look at some conditions you may be […]
Metatarsalgia – Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments
Metatarsalgia is pain in the forefoot. The term literally means pain on the metatarsal (there are 5 metatarsal bones in the forefoot). The pain is characterized as aching and it is often worsened by standing and walking. In general, metatarsalgia is caused by repetitive overloading of the forefoot. The most symptomatic area is the base […]
