Gout Gout Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden, severe joint pain. Painkillers and joint paint products can help the pain and healthier lifestyle choices can prevent future attacks. Check if it’s gout The main symptoms of gout are: sudden severe pain in a joint – usually your big toe, but it can… Read More »
Bunions Bunions Bunions are bony lumps that form on the side of the feet. Surgery is the only way to get rid of them, but there are things you can do to ease any pain they cause. How to ease bunion pain yourself You cannot get rid of bunions or stop them from getting worse… Read More »
Ingrown Toenail Ingrown Toenail An ingrown toenail is a common problem where the nail grows into the toe. It can be painful, but there are things you can do to ease the pain. How to prevent ingrown toenails To help stop ingrown toenails: do not cut your toenails too short cut straight across the nail,… Read More »
Toe pain Toe pain There are lots of causes of toe pain. You can usually ease the pain yourself. Causes of Toe pain A sore toe is often caused by exercising too much or wearing shoes that are too tight. Your symptoms might also give you an idea of what’s causing your toe pain. Some… Read More »
Plantar fasciitis Plantar fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is pain on the bottom of your foot, around your heel and arch. You can usually ease the pain yourself Common causes of plantar fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is caused by straining the part of your foot that connects your heel bone to your toes (plantar fascia). It’s not always… Read More »
Heel pain Heel pain There are lots of causes of heel pain. You can usually ease the pain yourself. Common causes of heel pain Heel pain is often caused by exercising too much or wearing shoes that are too tight. Your symptoms might also give you an idea of what’s causing your heel pain. Possible… Read More »
Broken ankle Broken ankle Get medical advice as soon as possible if you think you’ve broken your ankle. It may need treatment to heal properly. Do not worry if you’re not sure if your ankle is broken. Get it checked by a doctor. You’ve injured your ankle and: it’s very painful, or the pain is… Read More »
Bursitis Bursitis Bursitis is when the fluid-filled sacs (bursa) that cushion the joints have become painful and swollen (inflamed). It can usually be treated at home and should go away in a few weeks. Check if you have bursitis You might have bursitis if 1 of your joints is: painful – usually a dull, achy… Read More »
Tendonitis Tendonitis Tendonitis is when a tendon swells (becomes inflamed) after an injury. It can cause joint pain and stiffness, and affect how a tendon moves. You can treat a mild tendon injury yourself and it should feel better within 2 to 3 weeks. Symptoms of tendonitis There are tendons all over your body. They… Read More »
Sprained ankle Sprained ankle Sprains and strains are common injuries affecting the muscles and ligaments. Most can be treated at home. Check if you have a sprain or strain It’s likely to be a sprain or strain if: you have pain, tenderness or weakness – usually around your ankle, foot, wrist, thumb, knee, leg or… Read More »