Question
Dr. Katz-

I have a sharp pain/burning sensation on the outer and under side of my right foot just below my small toe. I think it started with a cheap pair of running shoes while running on a treadmill. It hurts/burns the most when I run, but also sometimes when I am walking or doing nothing at all. Any ideas? Can I fix this problem by seeing a running shoe specialist?

Thanks,

Adam  

Answer
Hi Adam,

Sounds like you irritated the soft tissue and injured the nerve on the side of the foot.  There is a small chance that you could have a stress fracture.  If this has been present for several weeks, I would see a Podiatrist for an exam.

I will start my patients with ice and anti-inflammatories. If the problem is severe I will send them for physical therapy.

The shoe is the most important aspect that is overlooked.  Some patients improve just from a shoe change.  So, that's the first step.

See the article:
http://thetampapodiatrist.com/document_disorders.cfm?id=272

Good Luck

Sincerely,

Marc Katz, DPM
Tampa, FL
Advanced Podiatry
www.thetampapodiatrist.com
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