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Leg Cramps at Night: Getting to the Bottom of Sharp, Aching Pain
Nocturnal (nighttime) leg cramps are painful muscle contractions of the calf, thigh, or foot muscles at night that can last several seconds or minutes.1 They often occur without warning and while resting in bed.
What Is Abductor Hallucis Pain and What Causes It?
The abductor hallucis muscle is located on the inner border of the foot. This muscle bends the big toe and moves it out to the side. More importantly, it supports the medial longitudinal arch, located on the inside border of the foot.
Ligaments of the Ankle Joint
The ankle joint is medically known as the talocrural joint. Three bones make up this joint; the tibia, fibula, and talus.
Pain on Top of Foot: Treatment Based on Cause
Pain on the top of the foot can occur from injury or as a side effect of a medical condition. You may also experience swelling, numbness, tingling, or burning—depending on the cause of your foot pain.
Symptoms and Causes of Arthritis in the Toes
Arthritis in the toes is chronic inflammation of the joints in the forefoot. The joint most often affected is the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, which connects the big toe to the rest of the foot.
Foot Anatomy and Common Foot Problems
The parts of the foot and its functions are unique but can also contribute to common foot problems.
Causes of Foot Pain and Treatments
Common causes of foot pain include plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, osteoarthritis, bunions, and more.
Common Causes of Foot Pain
There are many different causes of foot pain—including plantar fasciitis, bunions, arthritis, and tarsal tunnel syndrome—each of which requires different treatments. Some of these conditions affect the bones and joints of the feet, while others involve nerves and connective tissues like ligaments and tendons.
7 Exercises for Bunions and Pain
Exercises for bunions and pain can help prevent or slow bunion development or progression by reducing pressure on the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint and strengthening the toe and foot muscles. Bunion self-care and stretches for bunion symptom relief can be used for mild to moderate bunions.
Diabetes may contribute to increased complications after total ankle arthroplasty
Results showed patients with diabetes had a 363% increased risk for septic revision. Patients with diabetes also had a 95% increased risk for periprosthetic joint infection.