Major Causes of Foot Pain at Night

MAJOR CAUSES OF FOOT PAIN AT NIGHT

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Introduction

List of Causes

Plantar Fasciitis

Morton's Neuroma Pregnancy Diabetes

Fibromyalgia

Pinched Nerves

Lifestyle Changes The Final Words

From throbbing aches and dull to stinging and sharp sensations, foot pain is a very problematic condition faced by people every day. Foot pain can either be severe or mild. Foot pain can strike at any time of day or night for some people. This can disrupt sleep and make getting a good night's sleep challenging – according to podiatry specialists in Perth. Affected by chronic foot pain at night? Here are the major causes of foot pain at night.

List of Causes:

1. Plantar fasciitis 2. Morton's neuroma 3. Pregnancy 4. Diabetes 5. Fibromyalgia 6. Pinched nerves 7. Lifestyle changes

PLANTAR FASCIITIS Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition that affects the bottom of our heel. The plantar fascia is a strong, weblike ligament that links the back of your foot to the front. It helps you walk by acting as a shock absorber and supporting the arch of your foot. When it’s stretched or stressed, it will cause inflammation and chronic foot pain is a condition known as plantar fasciitis. Major causes of plantar fasciitis Mainly include: 1. Flat feet 2. High arches 3. Obesity 4. Tight calf muscles 5. Standing on feet without proper support

MORTON'S NEUROMA Morton's neuroma is a painful ailment that occurs when the nerves in your toes are pinched or inflamed. Burning & shooting pain might occur as a result of the pinching.

The pain associated with this illness isn't always severe at night. However, the agony might last all day, especially if you move or put weight on your feet. People with Morton’s neuroma may have: 1. Bunions 2. High arches 3. Hammer's toe 4. Flat feet

PREGNANCY The body handles calcium differently during pregnancy. Leg and foot cramps and discomfort might result from this fluctuation in calcium levels. A leg cramp is one of the common symptoms of pregnancy mainly occurring in the second & third trimester. Many pregnant women also report muscle spasms during the 3rd trimester.

DIABETES

Over time, high blood sugar levels may damage our central nervous system. This can include the major nerves in the feet. Symptoms like foot discomfort, sharp pain and tingling may intensify as the condition worsens.

FIBROMYALGIA

Fibromyalgia is another chronic or painful condition causing widespread stiffness and sharp pain. This may include pain in your feet & other areas that experience overuse and pressure frequently. Low amounts of the antiinflammatory hormone cortisol during the night may aggravate pain.

Fibromyalgia can be a chronic (longterm) condition. It may cause: 1. Pain in the bones and muscles (musculoskeletal pain) 2. Tenderness 3. General fatigue 4. Cognitive and sleep disturbances

PINCHED NERVES

Tarsal tunnel syndrome is caused by the compression of certain nerves in the ankle. Foot discomfort can be caused by compression of the sciatic nerve in your back & legs. In both circumstances, the pressure on these nerves is higher at night, resulting in more discomfort. Symptoms of pinched nerves greatly vary depending on the individual. However common symptoms include: 1. Shooting and sharp pains 2. Needles and pins 3. Burning sensation

Lifestyle changes Certain lifestyle changes may cause chronic foot pain. Foot discomfort can be caused by a variety of factors, including how you walk, sit, and the foot inserts you wear. Major lifestyle factors contributing to chronic foot pain include: 1. Sitting for a long time 2. Running, standing or walking for a long period 3. Inadequate shoe support 4. Sleeping in particular positions 5. Weight

THE FINAL WORDS: Foot pain can be treated in many ways. If you experience chronic or sharp foot pain at night, book an appointment at the nearest podiatry clinic for early recovery.

Preventing foot discomfort at night can be as simple as wearing correctly fitted shoes, stretching regularly, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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