Shooting Pain In The Foot
Pain or discomfort can be felt anywhere in the foot, including the heel, toes, arch, instep, sole, or ankles.
See also:
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Ankle pain -
Heel pain
Alternative Names
Pain - foot
Considerations
Common Causes
Foot pain can be caused by:
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Bunions -- a protrusion at the base of the big toe, which can become inflamed. Bunions often develop over time from wearing narrow-toed shoes. -
Hammer toes -- toes that curl downward into a...
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Foot Pain: Arch Pain
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Foot pain causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Alternative NamesCauses of foot painInformationQuestion:What causes foot pain?Answer:Many things can cause foot pain. Wearing shoes that don't fit... Read more »
Foot Pain: Introduction
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Foot pain is very common. About 75% of people in the United States have foot pain at some time in their lives. Most foot pain is caused by shoes that... Read more »
Foot Pain: References
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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