The foot contains 26 bones and more than 30 joints, which can create multiple areas for pain to originate. Swelling, tenderness, stiffness, redness, bruising, and/or increased warmth may accompany the pain in the affected joints. Your podiatrist in Sammamish describes joint pain as being caused by trauma, infection, arthritis, bursitis, gout, or structural foot problems.
When you first notice any joint pain in your foot and ankle, your Sammamish podiatrist may initially treat your pain with the conservative treatment, RICE, which stands for:
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Elevation
Your podiatrist in Sammamish will also recommend a limitation of walking and weight bearing on the painful foot to ensure further damage does not develop. Use of steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen, and ice can also help to reduce local inflammation and pain. Custom orthotics may also be prescribed to support the foot and reduce the pain.
Dr. Howard Schaengold of Plateau Foot & Ankle Clinic can best determine the cause of joint pain and recommend the appropriate treatment. If you are experiencing joint pain in your foot or ankle, schedule an appointment today to ensure a speedy recovery.
