Foot & Ankle

Why do I have foot and ankle pain?

Your feet and ankles are both very complex structures that bear the full weight of our everyday movements. Most of the time any pain we experience resolves rather quickly with adequate rest, ice, heat, and elevation. However, sometimes the pain lingers or worsens over time. If it lasts longer than a few months it could be due to structural changes in the foot or ankle, or an underlying condition.

There are many causes of long-term pain in the feet or ankles, such as badly fitting footwear, osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue diseases, poor blood circulation, and nerve damage, or tendon/joint damage. HealthQuest’s team of skilled professionals can identify and correct these underlying issues, relieve you of your pain, and prevent it from coming back. Contact us for a free pain assessment!

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eliminate/reduce
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improved
mobility & flexibility

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strength & endurance

education & preventative tools

return to
normal function

proper
alignment

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COMMON FOOT & ANKLE

conditions we treat

Foot and ankle pain typically develops from one of two reasons: a sudden injury or a chronic, underlying condition. Some of the most common causes of foot and ankle pain include:

Sprains and strains

  • A sprain occurs when a ligament is stretched too far or is torn, while a strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is stretched too far or is torn.

Fracture

  • When excessive force or trauma is put on a bone, it can crack or break entirely. This is known as a fracture. A fracture to the foot or ankle could result in weeks of downtime to ensure proper healing.

Tendonitis

  • Tendonitis occurs when the tendons are excessively overused, causing them to become inflamed for prolonged periods of time.

Bursitis

  • Everyone has anti-friction sacs in their joints, known as the “bursae.” When tendons rub against these sacs, it causes inflammation and irritation known as bursitis

Arthritis

  • Arthritis is common and causes painful inflammation in the joints. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common types of arthritis and both can greatly impact the foot and ankle joints, resulting in pain and decreased function.

Fallen arches/Flat Feet

  • Your arches are comprised of several tendons. When the tendons pull together properly, your foot will form a proper arch. However, sometimes the tendons do not pull together properly, resulting in a very small arch, or no arch at all. This is referred to as “fallen arches” or “flat feet,” which can cause pain or discomfort over time.

Plantar fasciitis

  • Plantar fasciitis occurs when the connective tissue at the bottom of the foot becomes inflamed. It is most commonly caused by aggravated overuse, such as improper posture, constant standing, or footwear that lacks proper arch support.

Tarsal tunnel syndrome

  • The tarsal tunnel is the nerve that runs from the ankle to the foot. When it becomes pinched or inflamed, tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs.

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TREATMENT PLAN

for foot & ankle conditions

We treat the individual…not just the pain or dysfunction. Your physical therapy treatment may include:

Personalized Evaluation
& Treatment Plan

customized therapeutic
exercise program

hands-on
manual therapy

biofeedback
techniques

soft tissue mobilization
& myofascial release

joint
mobilization

relaxation
techniques

biomechanical & functional retraining & education

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foot and ankle pain

Because the feet and ankles are so complex, it is common for people to sustain injuries in those areas, which can lead to physical limitations. If your foot or ankle pain is limiting your life, contact HealthQuest Physical Therapy today!