Foot and Ankle Pain Relief Calgary

Do you have a pain in your foot? Are you looking for Foot and Ankle Pain Relief?

You should never ignore any type of pain, but pain in your feet or ankles can take an extra toll. That’s because if you have trouble walking, you are more likely to stop being physically active—which can lead to further health issues down the road.

From tendonitis and stress fractures to bone spurs, joint inflammation and more—pain on the top or sides of your feet should always be taken seriously. Have you picked up an activity recently that your feet might not be used to? Or, maybe you’ve been squeezing your feet into shoes that are too tight and/or don’t have much arch support. No matter the cause, it’s important to see a foot and ankle specialist to diagnose and treat the pain.

Ankle sprains are an extremely common injury. They involve possible joint damage resulting in swelling, instability and pain, to more severe damage, such as torn ligaments, bruised cartilage and broken bones. Immediate treatment includes rest, ice, compression and anti-inflammatories.  

What are Plantar fasciitis treatment and symptoms?

At Caring Hands Physiotherapy, we treat a lot of heel pain or plantar fasciitis. Many of the symptoms include pain when you first get up in the morning, burning, numbness and increased symptoms by the end of the day. The pain is usually caused by the tightening of the plantar fascia ligament located on the bottom of the foot. The plantar fascia ligament supports the arch. When you're resting, the ligament contracts. As you start to walk, the ligament pulls and may tear slightly causing pain. Heel pain can also be brought on by trauma, overexertion, ill-fitting shoes or poor foot alignment.