1. Introduction to The Orthopaedic and Pain Practice
This ensures a “one-stop” holistic healthcare experience where patients may be managed through the intensity of their condition and subsequently their functional capacity. Ease of movement from physician to allied health professional ensures that patients’ management plans are cohesively carried out. Luckily, foot nerve pain treatment is available.
2. Range of Options for Musculoskeletal Conditions
When considering surgical intervention it is important for the patient to weigh up the potential benefits of surgery versus the risks. This decision is largely dependent on the nature and severity of the condition. Patients can be reassured that the are honest in their approach and are able to give realistic expectations of the outcomes of various surgical procedures. This is based on a clear understanding of the natural history of the condition and knowledge of the published evidence for surgical intervention. If surgery is deemed appropriate, it is important to choose a surgeon who has a high degree of expertise in the relevant procedure.
In choosing the most appropriate physiotherapy or injection therapy for a given condition, it is often useful for the patient to have access to the opinion of a subspecialist orthopaedic surgeon. The expertise of the surgeon is in diagnosis of the structural pathology and knowledge of the indications for various treatment modalities. Treatment modalities such as intra-articular injection therapies and the prescription of pharmaceutical agents require expertise if they are to be applied effectively. These physicians are often able to coordinate a multidisciplinary approach involving input from other allied health professionals.
Recent evidence has shown that many conditions are effectively managed without surgery. Choosing the correct non-surgical modality is an art and it is best supervised by a medical practitioner with a special interest in musculoskeletal conditions. Over the years our specialists have helped to define the natural history of many musculoskeletal conditions and this is essential knowledge when considering whether to intervene or to apply a conservative management strategy.
3. Foot Pain: Causes and Treatment
Morton’s neuroma is a painful condition that affects the ball of your foot, most commonly the area between your third and fourth toes. People with Morton’s neuroma often feel like they are standing on a pebble in their shoe. It is typically aggravated by long periods of standing or walking. A nerve specialist (neurologist) can do special tests to determine if this is the problem. A cortisone injection may be necessary. If the pain persists, referral to an orthopedic surgeon may be necessary.Having a firm heel support and wearing shoes with good arch support can help to reduce the pain in these people. Sometimes it is necessary to have a foot specialist make a custom arch support. A cortisone injection may be necessary to settle the inflammation.
It is often worse when you first get up and start walking. You may also feel the most pain when you stand up after sitting for a long time. This is the most common cause of heel pain. Usually, it is due to a condition called plantar fasciitis. This is an inflammation of a band of connective tissue running from the heel to the ball of the foot. These people often feel pain in the heel at the beginning of the step. Foot pain is a very common complaint, especially with people who spend long hours standing or those who are extremely active. To know more about foot pain causes and treatment, contact us.
4. Foot Nerve Pain: Causes and Treatment
Commonly, pain felt in the feet is a result of an irritation or pinching of the 5th lumbar and 1st sacral spinal nerves known as Sciatica. Nerve roots come together in the pelvis and form the sciatic nerve. This nerve passes down through the back of each leg to the foot. Along the path of the nerve, it could be compressed, causing acute or chronic foot pain. Compression can be a result of a disc prolapse, spinal canal stenosis, or irregular bone growths, all of which can be a result of degeneration in the spine. Diagnosis of this problem is possible through MRI and CT scans. Treatment would be dependent upon the cause of compression, with the general aim of pain relief and prevention of further aggravation. In severe cases, surgery may be an option to release the compression.
The feet are the foundation of the body, taking the weight of your entire body. Foot nerve pain can be a serious debilitating symptom when prolonged. Coming to a proper diagnosis with the expertise of your orthopaedic surgeon is essential in attaining the relief and cure of this condition. Explore more information about foot pain causes treatment by contacting the TOPP team.
