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Foot pain can be extremely painful, but it is also very common among children, young adults, older adults, and elderly. The most common foot problems are plantar faciitis, achilles tendonitis, and heel pain.
How Do You Know if You Have Gout?
Gout is usually caused by a condition known as hyperuricermia, where there is too much uric acid being produced. Typically, the body will make uric acid to break down purine, which is a molecule found in foods consumed such as beer, red meats, or seafood. Common symptoms are joint pain, swelling or redness, and restriced motion range.
Risk Factors:
- Obesity
- Ongoing health conditions: hypertension, diabetes, poor kidney function
- High alcohol intake
- Diet high in purines
Diagnosis:
- Physical examination
- Xrays
- Lab tests
Treatment:
- Anti-inflammatories
- Steroid injection
- Walking boot
We, United Foot and Ankle, strive to give the best care and treatment to our patients. If any of these symptoms are familar to you or any loved ones, please feel free to contact any of our offices at (732) 979-2035. We are located in East Brunswick, Keyport, Perth Amboy, and Bayonne, New Jersey. We look forward to hearing from you!
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What Is The Purpose of A Walking Boot?
As we age we develop muscle imbalances or core weaknesses that lead to nagging foot or leg pain. At this point, doctors most likely will recommend to wearing a walking boot.
Why Are My Toes Numb?
Loss of feeling, tingling, or numbness that lingers for extended periods of time can cause concern for other underlying conditions.
What can cause a bruised heel?
A bruised heel is an injury to the fat pad that protects the heel bone. This usually takes up to 4 weeks to recover.
Joint Pain in Foot or Ankle.
Joint pain in the foot or ankle is very common among young adults and, especially, older people as well. This form of pain can be a sign of many different conditions.
Ruptured Achilles Tendon
The Achilles tendon is a strong fibrous cord that connects the muscles in the back of your calf to your heel bone.