Pain in the bottom of the foot
Pain in the bottom of the foot
Pain in the bottom of your foot (arch, ball, or sole) will often get better in a few weeks
Common causes of pain in the bottom of the foot
Pain in the bottom of your foot is often caused by exercise, such as running, wearing shoes that are too tight or a condition, such as Morton's neuroma. Some people also have a foot shape that puts extra pressure on the bottom of the foot. Hard or cracked skin or a verruca can also cause this type of pain.Some of the possible causes of pain in the bottom of the foot with their associated symptoms.
Your symptoms might give you an idea of what's causing it but do not self-diagnose. Get medical help if you're worried.
| Symptoms | Possible cause |
|---|---|
| A. Pain, swelling, bruising, started after intense or repetitive exercise | Sprained foot |
| B. Sharp, burning, or shooting pain near your toes (ball of your foot), feels like a lump or small stone under your foot | Morton's neuroma |
| C. Sharp pain between your arch and heel, feels worse when you start walking and better when resting, a difficulty raising toes off the floor | Plantar fasciitis |
| E. No gap (arch) under your foot when you stand up, your foot presses flat on the floor | Flat feet (fallen arches) |
How you can ease pain in the bottom of the foot
- rest and raise your foot when you can
- put an ice pack (or bag of frozen peas in a towel) on the painful area for up to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours
- wear shoes with plenty of room for your feet that have a low heel and soft sole
- use soft insoles or pads you put in your shoes
- try to lose weight if you're overweight
- try regular gentle stretching exercises for your foot and ankle
- use painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen gel (or ibuprofen tablets if needed) to ease the pain
- After, use Metonil a joint pain product for the pain
If you have pain in the bottom of the foot
- do not do any sports or other activity that you think is causing the pain
- do not walk or stand for long periods
- do not wear high heels or tight pointy shoes
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