Bunion

If you’ve worn arch supports in the past to help you walk and move normally, you will be surprised to learn that the new “arch supports” are not really arch supports at all. A field of medical technology called biomechanics has developed new foot supports; the new science deals with human motion and can “custom make” any device you need to support your feet. Some people may still refer to them as “arch supports”, but there is a world of difference and new comfort for those who need them so that they can be helped to walk normally without aches and pain.

However, you should also see a doctor of podiatric medicine, who can prescribe drugs that will relieve the pain and inflammation, and decrease the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joint. The podiatrist will also tell you that gout left untreated can lead to some more serious afflictions, and that your diet probably needs revision. Bone spurs, which are medically referred to as osteophytes, are bony projections that develop along the edges of bones. Pain is likely to be felt, if they rub against the nerves. Post – a post can be added either to the front or the back of your orthotic to add control when you walk

Hallux Abducto Valgus (bunions), hammer toe, onychocryptosis, and Plantar Fasciitis have all plague this pair of feet. Much of the damage is a given from hereditary. But much of the damage could have been mitigated by the use of a prescription orthotic early on ( or even a well fitted off the shelf orthodic) and more carefully picking the approach and climbing footwear to be used. The other concern in recent boots is a super rigid sole and a very flexible ankle. Our feet don’t work that way. You are bound to have feet issues with a bad insole and a dead rigid sole.

Arch pain in the muscles that is often described as cramping, aching, pulling, or even sharp when you walk. This pain is usually worse with the first steps in the morning or after a period of sitting. The plantar fascia is a big strong ligament running from the heel to the toes, but it is actually the muscles that sit just beneath the fascia that are inflamed. The heel is usually involved in the pain as well. There are quite a number of bunion relief home remedies which can cure bunion pain, like mixing Epsom salt in lukewarm water or using an ice pack.

Massaging the feet with warm mustard oil is also known to work wonders in relieving the pain. Mustard oil is known to have medicinal properties that seeps into the layers of the skin and relieves the pain. The kneading action and the strong strokes with the hands help to relieve the pain and muscle stress. For best results, heat the oil in a microwave oven for 10-15 seconds and then apply the oil all over the feet before massaging them. Massage for at least 10 minutes. Choose shoes that have a wider heel to them. This allows better balance and less stress and fatigue on the ball of the feet.