adults

Adults

The foot changes as we grow older, however some of the changes are part of a normal aging pattern and some are not. Foot pain in adults can often be caused by conditions that can be reduced or modified by early treatment. If you have concerns, or any questions regarding your feet seek advice from the podiatrists at Healthy Steps.

Foot Pain

right-shoes

As adults we sometimes experience even greater demands upon our feet than that of childhood. These can come from many areas..

Fungal Nails

fungal-nails

This occurs when fungi (dermatophyte yeasts or non-dermatophyte moulds) grow on your nails or in the skin underneath your nails..

Heel Pain

heel pain

This can be caused by many different conditions and is referred to as plantar heel pain syndrome as there is the possibility of so many differential diagnoses..

Tinea

tinea

This condition, classically known as athlete’s foot, is caused by a fungal infection. We have a variety of micro-organisms that grow on our skin and our skin..

Corns and Cracked Heels

corns

Corns and cracked heels often occur due to friction and an increase in pressure in specific areas. A good example of this is by rubbing your hands together and feeling..

Plantar Fascitits

plantar-fasciitis

This is a very common injury and occurs between the heel and the insertion of the fascia into the 5 metatarsal phalangeal joints..