What Causes Foot Pain?

Surgical and Non-Surgical Relief from Foot Pain 
in Seminole, St. Petersburg, Pasadena, & Largo/Clearwater. 

Surgical and Non-Surgical Relief from Foot Pain with Effective Foot Care
When you're suffering from foot pain, call on the foot care specialists at West Central Podiatry Consultants of Seminole, Florida with 4 locations in Pinellas County. We are proud to offer top-of-the-line foot care and medical treatments you can trust.
Foot Pain - Foot & Ankle Care in Seminole, FL
Common Causes of Foot Pain
There are many different things that can cause pain or discomfort to a foot. Listed below are just a handful of conditions that West Central Podiatry Consultants treats, and some of the most common.
Bunions
Bunions can develop as a result of wearing narrow-toed shoes.
Hammer Toes
Hammer toes have a downward curl resembling a claw.
Calluses & Corns & Plantar Warts
Both are thickened skin caused from friction or pressure. Calluses however are located on the balls of the feet or heels, whereas corns emerge on your toes. Plantar warts are a result of pressure on the soles of your feet. Toenails; Fungus - In-Grown
Heel and Arch Pain
We provide custom and pre-made orthotics and have a shoe store on premises.
Wound Care
If you believe that you are suffering from any of the conditions listed above or are experiencing foot pain, you should schedule an appointment to meet with the doctor at West Central Podiatry.
FAQ
Q: What causes bunions?
A: Bunions are an abnormal outward projection of the joint at the base of the big toe. Bunions are most common in women, and the cause is almost always due to unsuitable footwear such as narrow and tight shoes or high-heeled shoes.
Q: What are hammer toes?
A: A hammer toe is a deformity of the second, third or fourth toes. It usually is the result of shoes that don't fit properly or a muscle imbalance.
Q: What are ingrown toenails?
A: An ingrown toenail occurs when the sides or corners of the nail curl down and dig into the skin, causing swelling, pain and redness. The major causes are shoes that don't fit well and improperly trimmed nails.
Q: What causes bunions?
A: Bunions are an abnormal outward projection of the joint at the base of the big toe. Bunions are most common in women, and the cause is almost always due to unsuitable footwear such as narrow and tight shoes or high-heeled shoes.
Q: What are hammer toes?
A: A hammer toe is a deformity of the second, third or fourth toes. It usually is the result of shoes that don't fit properly or a muscle imbalance.
Q: What are ingrown toenails?
A: An ingrown toenail occurs when the sides or corners of the nail curl down and dig into the skin, causing swelling, pain and redness. The major causes are shoes that don't fit well and improperly trimmed nails.
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