Problem Feet
By Catherine Moyer, DPM, About.com Guide
- Bone and Joint Foot & Ankle Problems
- Skin and Soft Tissue Foot & Ankle Problems
- Symptoms of Common Foot Problems
- Foot Structure and Function
Bone and Joint Foot & Ankle Problems
Many foot and ankle problems involve the bones and joints. Learn more about the foot and ankle problems that involve the bones and joints.
- Arthritis
- Bunions
- Common Toe Problems
- Gout
- Hallux Limitus- A Common Cause of Big Toe Pain
- Hammer Toe
- Heel Spurs
- Heel Pain
- Heel Pain in Children and Adolescents
- Hammer Toes
- Metatarsalgia - Pain in the Ball of the Foot
- Rheumatoid Arthritis - Effects on Feet
- Sesamoiditis - A Cause of Pain Under the Big Toe
- Tailor's Bunion - Also Known as a Bunionette
Skin and Soft Tissue Foot & Ankle Problems
Many foot and ankle problems involve the arteries, veins, nerves, tendons, ligaments, skin, fascia, muscles and other soft tissues. Learn more about the foot and ankle problems that involve the soft tissues.
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Ankle Sprain
- Athlete's Foot
- Bacterial Infections
- Blister Treatment and Prevention
- Calluses & Corns
- Compartment Syndrome
- Diabetic Neuropathy and Other Ways Diabetes Can Affect Feet
- Dry Skin
- Eczema
- Heel Pain
- Ingrown Toenail
- Loose Toenail
- Neuroma
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Plantar Warts
- Shin Splints - Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
- Sweaty Feet and Odor
- Tendonitis
- Toenail FAQs
Symptoms of Common Foot Problems
Our feet have a great degree of complexity. There are many tendons, muscles, and joints in the foot and ankle that can develop problems. Knowing what symptoms to look for is a good first step to better foot and ankle health.
- Causes of Foot and Ankle Swelling
- Foot Problems 101
- Causes of Pain at the Big Toe Joint
- Nerve Problems that Cause Foot Pain
- Painful Foot Conditions
- Skin Conditions that Make Your Feet Itch
- 8 Causes of Lower Leg Pain
- How Aging Affects Your Feet
Foot Structure and Function
Whether you have high foot arches, flat feet, or normal arches, foot structure is an important part of your health. Certain foot types can lead to foot problems as well as other problems, such as knee and back pain.
