Plantar fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia on the bottom of the foot. The plantar fascia microtears off the heel bone and is most painful with the first step out of bed in the morning or after a period of rest. For those suffering from plantar fasciitis, pain is often felt in the heel.

Calcaneal Stress Fracture

Calcaneal Stress Fracture is a tiny crack in the heel bone caused by overuse or repetitive force. A person may be more susceptible to this injury if their bone density is decreased, otherwise known as osteoporosis.

Achilles Tendon Bursitis

Achilles Tendon Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa located at the attachment of the Achilles tendon to the heel. The area will appear red, swollen, warm and quite painful when pressure is applied and with activity.  

Extensor Tendonitis

Extensor Tendonitis is an inflammation of one or more of the tendons on the top of the foot, usually midway along the foot. Instability in the foot when running can cause overcompensation and pain. Ill-fitting running shoes that are too tight can also aggravate the tendons. 

Sesamoiditis

Sesamoiditis is an inflammation of the two small sesamoid bones floating under the big toe. Repetitive pressure or weight on the ball of the foot can lead to this injury.  

Metatarsal Stress Fracture

Metatarsal Stress Fracture is an overuse fracture of one of the five metatarsals. The metatarsals are the long bones located in the midfoot and extend to the base of the toes. Repetitive pressure and weight can lead to a tiny break in one of these bones.

Morton’s Neuroma

Morton’s Neuroma is a condition caused by the chronic irritation of the nerve between the third and fourth metatarsals. The nerve becomes thickened and may create a sensation of pins-and-needles, sharp shooting pain or walking on a pebble. Shoes that are too tight in the toe box will exacerbate pain.  

Plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia on the bottom of the foot. The plantar fascia microtears off the heel bone and is most painful with the first step out of bed in the morning or after a period of rest. For those suffering from plantar fasciitis, pain is often felt in the heel.

Tibialis Posterior Tendonitis

Tibialis Posterior Tendonitis is an inflammation of the tendon that passes behind the inside of the ankle bone and inserts onto the bone at the apex of the arch. Runners will experience pain anywhere along the tendon. 

Peroneal Tendonitis

Peroneal Tendonitis is an inflammation of the tendon that passes behind the outside of the ankle bone, inserting onto the outside border of the foot. Runners usually experience pain on the outside part of the ankle or lateral edge of the foot up to the base of the 5th metatarsal.

Shin Splints

Shin Splints often result because of flat feet when the foot moves excessively or is unstable. Pain is typically felt on the front or inside of the lower leg along the shin bone or tibia. Shin splints are more likely to occur with overtraining. 

Ankle Sprains

Ankle Sprains are common if arches are high or overly supinated. If the ankle unexpectedly rolls outward, overstretching or tearing of the ankle ligaments may occur. The best treatment for sprains is rest, ice, compression and elevating the foot, otherwise known as R.I.C.E.

Subungual Hematoma

Subungual Hematoma is a bruise or bleeding under the nail plate. Wearing ill-fitting shoes and running downhill can injure the nails. The nail will appear dark, black or purple. It’s important to trim your nails properly and always choose well-fitting footwear. If the trauma to the nail plate is reduced or eliminated, this discolouring will gradually disappear as the nail grows out.