Know More About Foot Deformity & Its Treatment!

Foot deformity is a broad concept which includes any problem that changes the structure and shape of the foot. This condition can be painful and damaging. It happens because of the misalignment of joints and bones. It can either be genetic or may be caused by some accident, weak bones, age factor, and others. These deformities can be treated to some extent with surgeries and medication.

Types of Foot Deformities-
There are various types of foot deformities which can be genetic, may develop with age, or may be caused by injury or infection.

● Flat Foot: It is usually inherited but might be the result of years of wear and tear or due to being overweight. They often complain about pain in the feet, or walking and running difficulties. This deformity is easily diagnosed and can be treated to some extent with some medication and using special kinds of shoes.

● Heel Spur: It is caused with the deposit of calcium underside the heel bone resulting in bony lump or protrusion. This kind of foot deformity can usually be seen among athletes. It develops over time due to age factor, extreme physical work, continuous standing diabetes or having high arches or flat foot. There are medications and exercises that can help in treating Heel Spur but if it becomes severe then surgery is needed.

● Bunions: It is a bony bump that develops at the base of the big toe around the joint. The toe gets out of place and sticks out. They can be caused due to wearing narrow shoes, injuries, congenital deformities, and others. It is usually treated by medications but can need surgery depending upon the severity of the problem.

● Clubfoot: It is often congenital where a newborn’s foot is out of position and shape. In clubfoot, the tissues attaching the muscles to the tendons or bone are undersized. Expecting mothers are advised to avoid unhealthy habit and environment.

● Hammertoe: This condition develops with an imbalance in the tendons, ligaments or muscles responsible to hold the toe straight. It is an unusual curve in the mid joint of the toe. It can be caused due to some trauma, disease or shoe type that one wear.

● High-Arched or Cavus Foot: It is an ailment where the foot has a high arch than usual. Due to this unusual high arch, an extra amount of burden or weight is placed on the heel and ball of the foot. Cavus Foot can develop at any age and causes instability and pain.

Take Away-

Foot Deformities includes any condition that causes the feet of an individual to get out of shape and position. It can either develop with age or may be inherited or may be caused due to an accident. One should not avoid if he/she experience any regular pain in the feet or finds any deformity.