Foot pain

What Causes Foot Pain?

What Should I Do to Prevent Foot Pain?

There are simple techniques and choices which can help prevent pain, injury, and other issues which include:

• Get to or maintain a healthy weight for your height.
• Wear proper and supportive footwear, when exercising or playing sports.
• Avoid wearing flip-flops too much because they don’t provide enough protection or support.
• Avoid pointed toe shoes because they can put pressure on feet and toes.
• Wear supportive, cushioning shoes, especially if you stand a lot.
• Avoid walking around barefoot.

When Should I See the Doctor?

• You see observe of infection such as red streaks, pain, swelling, fever, pus, or warmth at the site
• Your foot problem does not improve
• Your foot becomes pale, white, blue, or cold
• You cannot move your foot or stand
• Your foot is twisted or deformed
• Your foot is numb or tingling
• You have bruises which last longer than a few days

If you experience a foot-related emergency, proceed to the ER or call 911 immediately. We are your New Port Richey Foot pain specialist. Call us at 727-842-9504 to make an appointment. Dr. Zafar will sit down with you and discuss options to proceed with.