Foot pain (ICD-10-GM M79.62: Pain in extremities: ankle and foot [tarsal, metatarsal, toes, ankle, other joints of the foot]) can be the symptom of many different conditions. The pain may occur not only during exertion, but also at rest.
In the following, heel pain (heel pain) is also dealt with under foot pain as a generic term. Diseases with heel pain are identified under differential diagnoses as follows: [Heel Pain].
In the presence of metatarsal pain (metatarsalgia), see below the topic of the same name.
Foot pain is often caused by diseases with a local origin. They are often the result of unfavorable weight distribution and pressure load, e.g. due to foot malpositions.
Foot pain can be a symptom of many diseases (see under differential diagnoses).
Prevalence: Approximately 40% of adults have foot problems (USA).
Course and prognosis: Foot pain can severely limit the sufferer in their daily life due to the resulting difficulty in walking. In the majority, foot pain has harmless causes. It is not uncommon for incorrect or too tight footwear to trigger the pain in the foot. However, if the foot pain lasts longer or occurs suddenly, a doctor should be consulted for further clarification. Likewise, if the ankle is swollen or overheated.
