Podiatrist, Evanston IL MAIN OFFICE 2500 Ridge Avenue Evanston, IL 60201 847-475-9030 Additional Offices
	You are in Pain Management > General Information and Tips.   General Information and Tips According to an American Podiatric Medical Association survey, 76 percent of Americans said they spend more than four hours each day on their feet. The same percentage said they had foot problems in the last 12 months. The survey also showed that more women complain that their feet hurt all the time. Foot pain is caused by a wide variety of things, including: Arthritis Bone spurs, which are sharp pains in the heel, sole, and toes and are generally caused by activities that involve strenuous foot-pounding. Bunions Calluses Corns Fallen arches Gout, which commonly occurs in the big toe, causing it to become red, swollen, and very tender. Ingrown toenails Morton's neuroma (characterized by sharp or burning pain in the ball of the foot, which may go into the toes) is less common but is also often caused by wearing tight-fitting shoes. Plantar fasciitis (inflammation of the connective tissue on the sole of the foot) Sprains Stress fractures of the metatarsal bones Warts Wearing improper shoes or extensive use of the feet. Request an Appointment   The two feet may be different sizes. Buy shoes for the larger one.
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