Common Foot Problems That Can Be Easily Treated By A Chiropodist

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Our leg and feet are probably the most abused part of our body yet perhaps the most neglected one. Because of it being exposed to the most difficult of conditions, it is vulnerable to many common problems which can become serious if ignored and not treated at the right time. For those who are unaware, there are some specialized doctors available who are referred to as Chiropodists who are specialized in treating all kind of foot diseases. They are specialists in Chiropody which is the branch of diagnosis and treatment of all conditions, diseases, and disorders of the lower leg, ankles, and feet. You can always visit a specialist Chiropody London Clinic. Let's look at some of the common ailments and conditions which these specialist and trained health practitioners can easily take care of.

Bunion

An enlargement at the base of the big toe, the bunion is caused due to the misalignment of the joint. This is often a swollen and tender area, painful to touch. This makes wearing footwear painful and uncomfortable. This can be caused due to several factors like biomechanical abnormalities, an inflammatory joint disease ...
... like arthritis, neuromuscular disorders, congenital deformities, and trauma and even due to heredity. A chiropodist can nip this in the budding stage since if this goes serious, it may require surgery.

Corns or calluses

This is a thick and hard area formed on foot due to the accumulation of dead skin. This is often formed due to the body's response to friction and excessive pressure. They are typically formed at pressure points or over bony prominences. Usually, calluses are formed on the bottom side of the foot while calluses are formed on the top and in between the toes. They are caused by excessive pressure on a specific area of the foot, ill-fitting shoes, obesity, abnormalities in walking motion, loss of fat pad at the bottom of the foot, etc. A chiropodist can be of great help in its treatment.

Athlete's foot (Tinea Pedis)

It is a common fungal infection of the foot, referred to as the ringworm of the foot. It is a surface fungal infection which causes dry, red, flaking skin which can be itchy or even painful. Normally, these lesions bud between the toes to extend to the bottom and the sides of the foot to even the toenails. The toenails become thickened, discolored and even painful. Infection at this stage is commonly referred to as onychomycosis. The infection can be easily contracted in damp areas like showers, gyms, swimming pool lockers or any other areas where the fungus can thrive. It gets cured by applying an anti-fungal cream and keeping the area dry. However, if it does not self-heal in about two weeks, it is best to seek a chiropodist for its treatment.

Flat foot/Fallen arches

This is a structural deformity which causes the lowering of the arch of the foot, and it's most common cause is hyper-pronation. It is popularly known as fallen arches. The condition is highly painful and requires immediate treatment. People suffering from it may face other foot problems like ankle, knee, hip or lower back pain. It is caused due to heredity, trauma, arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders. The chiropodist can prescribe you the right custom orthotics and supportive shoes apart from other treatment.

Foot pain

People often complain of pain in the base of their foot. This could be because of a structural deformity or due to excessive use of the foot like standing for a very long period of time, too much walking, etc. Sesamoiditi (inflammation of structures around the two small bones which are under the big toes joint) and plantar fasciitis (pain due to overuse of ligament running underneath the length of the foot) are some of its most common examples. It is a very common problem with athletes, overweight person, etc. It initiates as a low-grade pain in the heel which worsens gradually. It is mostly caused by mechanical problems like poor foot biomechanics, muscle imbalances, incorrect footwear, etc. Chiropodists are the right person to treat it.

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