Foot Health & Conditions
Welcome to Seliga Shoes' comprehensive guide to understanding foot pain, common ailments, and overall foot health. We are dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and solutions to keep your feet healthy, pain-free, and comfortable. Explore the various foot conditions below and discover how we can help you find the right shoes and orthotics for your specific needs.
Plantar Fasciitis
- Description: Plantar Fasciitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, the tissue connecting your heel to your toes, leading to arch pain.
- Causes: Overuse, improper footwear, high arches, or flat feet.
- Recommended Solutions: Arch-supportive shoes, custom orthotics, and stretching exercises.
Metatarsalgia & Ball of Foot Pain
- Description: Metatarsalgia is pain and inflammation in the ball of your foot.
- Causes: High-impact activities, improper shoes, or foot deformities.
- Recommended Solutions: Metatarsal pads, cushioned insoles, and wider toe box shoes.
Morton’s Neuroma
- Description: Morton’s Neuroma is a painful condition caused by the thickening of nerve tissue between the toes.
- Causes: Tight footwear, high heels, and repetitive stress.
- Recommended Solutions: Shoes with metatarsal support, orthotic inserts, and toe-spacing devices.
Heel Spurs
- Description: Heel spurs are bony growths on the heel bone, often causing intense heel pain.
- Causes: Strain on the foot ligaments, poor shoe choices, or overuse.
- Recommended Solutions: Heel cushions, orthotic inserts, and supportive footwear.
Shin Splints
- Description: Shin splints are sharp pains along the shin bone (tibia) caused by overuse or improper footwear.
- Causes: Overexertion, running on hard surfaces, or inadequate arch support.
- Recommended Solutions: Shock-absorbing shoes, arch support, and calf stretches.
Bunions & Bunionettes
- Description: Bunions are bony bumps that form at the base of the big toe.
- Causes: Genetics, ill-fitting shoes, and improper foot mechanics.
- Recommended Solutions: Wide-width shoes, orthopedic insoles, and bunion cushions.
Hammertoe
- Description: Hammer Toe is a deformity that causes toes to bend downward at the middle joint.
- Causes: Tight shoes, genetics, or injury.
- Recommended Solutions: Shoes with extra toe room, toe straighteners, and proper foot care.
Calluses & Corns
- Description: Calluses and corns are thickened, hardened skin areas often caused by friction or pressure.
- Causes: Tight shoes, high heels, or repetitive rubbing.
- Recommended Solutions: Cushioned insoles, proper shoe fit, and regular foot care.
Plantar Fasciitis
- Description: Plantar Fasciitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, the tissue connecting your heel to your toes, leading to arch pain.
- Causes: Overuse, improper footwear, high arches, or flat feet.
- Recommended Solutions: Arch-supportive shoes, custom orthotics, and stretching exercises.
Metatarsalgia & Ball of Foot Pain
- Description: Metatarsalgia is pain and inflammation in the ball of your foot.
- Causes: High-impact activities, improper shoes, or foot deformities.
- Recommended Solutions: Metatarsal pads, cushioned insoles, and wider toe box shoes.
Morton’s Neuroma
- Description: Morton’s Neuroma is a painful condition caused by the thickening of nerve tissue between the toes.
- Causes: Tight footwear, high heels, and repetitive stress.
- Recommended Solutions: Shoes with metatarsal support, orthotic inserts, and toe-spacing devices.
Heel Spurs
- Description: Heel spurs are bony growths on the heel bone, often causing intense heel pain.
- Causes: Strain on the foot ligaments, poor shoe choices, or overuse.
- Recommended Solutions: Heel cushions, orthotic inserts, and supportive footwear.
Shin Splints
- Description: Shin splints are sharp pains along the shin bone (tibia) caused by overuse or improper footwear.
- Causes: Overexertion, running on hard surfaces, or inadequate arch support.
- Recommended Solutions: Shock-absorbing shoes, arch support, and calf stretches.
Bunions & Bunionettes
- Description: Bunions are bony bumps that form at the base of the big toe.
- Causes: Genetics, ill-fitting shoes, and improper foot mechanics.
- Recommended Solutions: Wide-width shoes, orthopedic insoles, and bunion cushions.
Hammertoe
- Description: Hammer Toe is a deformity that causes toes to bend downward at the middle joint.
- Causes: Tight shoes, genetics, or injury.
- Recommended Solutions: Shoes with extra toe room, toe straighteners, and proper foot care.
Calluses & Corns
- Description: Calluses and corns are thickened, hardened skin areas often caused by friction or pressure.
- Causes: Tight shoes, high heels, or repetitive rubbing.
- Recommended Solutions: Cushioned insoles, proper shoe fit, and regular foot care.
Overpronation/Flat Feet
- Description: Overpronation is excessive inward rolling of the foot while walking or running, often linked to flat feet.
- Causes: Genetics, obesity, or injury.
- Recommended Solutions: Motion control shoes, arch-supportive insoles, and custom orthotics.
High Arches/Supination
- Description: High arches and supination involve an outward rolling of the foot, putting extra stress on the outer edge.
- Causes: Genetics, inadequate arch support, or rigid feet.
- Recommended Solutions: Cushioned shoes, shock-absorbing insoles, and proper arch support.
Haglund’s Deformity
- Description: Haglund’s Deformity is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel, often causing discomfort.
- Causes: Genetic predisposition, improper shoe fit, or repetitive irritation.
- Recommended Solutions: Shoes with cushioned heel counters, orthotic inserts, and heel pads.
Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
- Description: Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction is a condition where the tendon that supports the arch weakens, leading to pain and flat feet.
- Causes: Overuse, injury, or age-related weakening.
- Recommended Solutions: Supportive shoes, orthotic inserts, and physical therapy.
Achilles Tendonitis
- Description: Achilles Tendonitis involves inflammation of the Achilles tendon.
- Causes: Overuse, improper footwear, and tight calf muscles.
- Recommended Solutions: Heel cushioning, shoes with proper heel support, and calf stretches.
Ingrown Toenails
- Description: Ingrown toenails occur when the edge of the nail grows into the skin.
- Causes: Tight shoes, improper nail trimming, and injury.
- Recommended Solutions: Proper nail care, wider toe box shoes, and topical treatments.
Peroneal Tendonitis
- Description: Peroneal Tendonitis is a condition characterized by inflammation and irritation of the peroneal tendons, resulting in ankle pain and discomfort.
- Causes: Repetitive stress on the peroneal tendons, overuse or sudden increase in physical activity, ankle injuries or biomechanical factors.
- Recommended Solutions: Rest and ice to reduce inflammation, supportive footwear to alleviate strain on the tendons, orthotic inserts for added arch support. and physical therapy.
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
- Description: Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy is a condition characterized by nerve damage in the extremities, often affecting the feet and legs, in individuals with diabetes.
- Causes: High blood sugar levels over time can damage nerves, poor blood circulation due to diabetes, duration of diabetes and blood glucose control.
- Recommended Solutions: Foot care and regular check-ups to prevent complications, stable sneakers with semi-rigid soles, wearing diabetic socks, which are designed to wick away moisture, provide cushioning and minimize friction.
Overpronation/Flat Feet
- Description: Overpronation is excessive inward rolling of the foot while walking or running, often linked to flat feet.
- Causes: Genetics, obesity, or injury.
- Recommended Solutions: Motion control shoes, arch-supportive insoles, and custom orthotics.
High Arches/Supination
- Description: High arches and supination involve an outward rolling of the foot, putting extra stress on the outer edge.
- Causes: Genetics, inadequate arch support, or rigid feet.
- Recommended Solutions: Cushioned shoes, shock-absorbing insoles, and proper arch support.
Haglund’s Deformity
- Description: Haglund’s Deformity is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel, often causing discomfort.
- Causes: Genetic predisposition, improper shoe fit, or repetitive irritation.
- Recommended Solutions: Shoes with cushioned heel counters, orthotic inserts, and heel pads.
Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
- Description: Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction is a condition where the tendon that supports the arch weakens, leading to pain and flat feet.
- Causes: Overuse, injury, or age-related weakening.
- Recommended Solutions: Supportive shoes, orthotic inserts, and physical therapy.
Achilles Tendonitis
- Description: Achilles Tendonitis involves inflammation of the Achilles tendon.
- Causes: Overuse, improper footwear, and tight calf muscles.
- Recommended Solutions: Heel cushioning, shoes with proper heel support, and calf stretches.
Ingrown Toenails
- Description: Ingrown toenails occur when the edge of the nail grows into the skin.
- Causes: Tight shoes, improper nail trimming, and injury.
- Recommended Solutions: Proper nail care, wider toe box shoes, and topical treatments.
Peroneal Tendonitis
- Description: Peroneal Tendonitis is a condition characterized by inflammation and irritation of the peroneal tendons, resulting in ankle pain and discomfort.
- Causes: Repetitive stress on the peroneal tendons, overuse or sudden increase in physical activity, ankle injuries or biomechanical factors.
- Recommended Solutions: Rest and ice to reduce inflammation, supportive footwear to alleviate strain on the tendons, orthotic inserts for added arch support. and physical therapy.
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
- Description: Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy is a condition characterized by nerve damage in the extremities, often affecting the feet and legs, in individuals with diabetes.
- Causes: High blood sugar levels over time can damage nerves, poor blood circulation due to diabetes, duration of diabetes and blood glucose control.
- Recommended Solutions: Foot care and regular check-ups to prevent complications, stable sneakers with semi-rigid soles, wearing diabetic socks, which are designed to wick away moisture, provide cushioning and minimize friction.
Painful Foot Conditions and Overall Foot Health
Painful foot conditions can impact your daily life and lead to various related issues such as joint pain, poor posture, back, knee, and hip pain, swelling in feet and toes, skin conditions, discolored toenails, tingling or numbness, burning sensation, sores that won't heal, and even stress fractures. Proper footwear and foot care are crucial in preventing and addressing these problems.
How We Can Help
At Seliga Shoes, we specialize in providing the following solutions to alleviate foot pain and promote comfort:
- Comfort Shoes: Our wide selection of comfort shoes offers arch support, cushioning, and roomy toe boxes to address various foot conditions.
- Performance Running Shoes: For active individuals, we offer high-performance running shoes designed to enhance your running experience while providing support.
- Custom Orthotics: Our expert team can craft custom orthotics tailored to your unique foot shape and condition.
- Over-the-Counter Orthotics: Explore our range of over-the-counter orthotics suitable for various foot ailments.
- Personalized Fitting: Visit our store for personalized fitting sessions to find the perfect footwear for your needs.
At Seliga Shoes, we are committed to helping you find relief from foot pain, address common ailments, and maintain overall foot health. Whether you're dealing with Metatarsalgia, Shin Splints, Haglund’s Deformity, or any other foot condition, we've got you covered.
Foot Health & Its Impact on Overall Well-being
Our Specialty
At Seliga Shoes, foot health is our specialty. We understand that your feet can be a window to your overall well-being. When your feet experience persistent pain, discomfort, or issues like swelling or numbness, it may signal underlying health concerns. Neglecting foot problems can significantly affect your quality of life. In this article, we'll explore the close connection between foot health and your overall well-being and how Seliga Shoes can assist you in achieving pain-free, healthier feet.
Foot Health & The Body
Your feet serve as the foundation of a healthy body. Each foot boasts a complex anatomy of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments working harmoniously to enable you to stand, walk, and run. Whether you're an enthusiastic runner, a retail professional on your feet all day, or a dedicated stay-at-home parent, the proper function of your feet is crucial to support your active lifestyle.
When issues arise in your feet, they can set off a chain reaction that affects the entire body. Problems with alignment, posture, mobility, and balance can result. If left unaddressed, these issues may lead to long-term damage. Seliga Shoes specializes in providing solutions that alleviate foot pain symptoms, enhance foot function, and prevent common foot ailments that can impact your overall health.
Foot Health and Its Relevance
At Seliga Shoes, we believe that your feet can provide valuable insights into your overall health. Many medical conditions exhibit their initial symptoms in the feet. This means that the condition of your feet can be a reliable indicator of your body's health, and vice versa. For instance, foot cramps may signal dehydration, while persistently cold feet could suggest poor blood circulation, vascular problems, or thyroid issues.
Maintaining proper foot care, including daily cleaning and examination, can help you identify and even prevent certain foot issues.
Pain and Overall Foot Health
Painful foot conditions can significantly impact your daily life and give rise to various related problems, including joint pain, compromised posture, discomfort in the back, knees, and hips, swelling in the feet and toes, skin conditions, discolored toenails, tingling or numbness, a burning sensation, non-healing sores, and even stress fractures. Ensuring proper footwear and foot care is essential in both preventing and addressing these issues.
Custom Orthotics in St. Louis, Missouri: Your Solution to Foot Pain and Comfort
Dealing with persistent foot or heel pain? Considering the purchase of custom orthotics to alleviate your discomfort? It's crucial to understand that orthotics are specialized shoe inserts designed to provide essential support for abnormal foot movement. However, the quality and materials of orthotics can vary significantly. Choosing the right custom orthotic can save you time and money, ensuring effective relief from foot pain.
At Seliga Shoes in St. Louis, Missouri, we understand the importance of investing in high-quality orthotics, especially for individuals experiencing ongoing foot pain in the arch or heel. While over-the-counter insoles may offer short-term relief, they often fail to address the underlying issue effectively.
Why Choose Custom Orthotics from Seliga Shoes?
Our on-site Board Certified Orthotist/Pedorthist, Dave Atkins, has invaluable insights to guide you in finding the ideal orthotic solution that not only provides relief from foot pain but also fits your budget. Don't let foot discomfort limit your daily activities when there are effective and affordable options available.
Orthotics Pricing and Options:
- Custom Accommodative Orthotics: $280
- Custom Cork Orthotics: $300
- Custom Functional Orthotics: $350
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Can my knees, hips, and back really hurt just because of my feet?
Absolutely! Insufficient foot support can lead to misalignment throughout your entire body. Properly fitted shoes and orthotics can restore balance, distribute body weight evenly, and improve overall alignment. This, in turn, reduces pressure on your knees, hips, and back.
What common foot problems can be relieved with the correct shoes and orthotics?
Properly fitted shoes and orthotics can provide relief for a range of foot problems, including Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Corns, Metatarsalgia, Sesamoiditis, Ankle Sprains, Flat Feet, Neuroma, Nerve Problems, Arch Pain, Heel Pain, Pronation, Top of the Foot Pain, Bunions, Knee Pain, Shin Pain, and Toe Pain. They are designed to offer stable alignment and improve your entire body's posture, as your feet are your foundation.
What is a Certified Pedorthist?
A Certified Pedorthist is a healthcare professional trained to provide comprehensive foot care, utilizing therapeutic footwear and supportive orthotic devices for the foot. They help patients prevent or reduce painful or disabling conditions of the foot and ankle.
What is a Certified Orthotist?
An ABC Certified Orthotist and/or Prosthetist is a healthcare professional educated and trained to manage comprehensive orthotic and/or prosthetic patient care. This includes patient assessment, treatment planning, implementation, follow-up, and practice management.
Discover the Benefits of Custom Orthotics:
- Enhance Foot Comfort
- Relieve Foot Pain
- Improve Overall Body Alignment
- Prevent Joint Pain
- Support Healthy Knees, Hips, and Back
If you have any questions about the custom orthotics we offer at Seliga Shoes in St. Louis, Missouri, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to assist you in your journey to comfortable and pain-free feet.
Hours of Operation in St. Louis:
Monday-Saturday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm CST
Contact Information in St. Louis:
Phone: 1 (314) 961-0110
Email: hello@seligashoes.com
Business Location in St. Louis:
2530 South Brentwood Boulevard
Brentwood, MO 63144
At Seliga Shoes in St. Louis, Missouri, we're dedicated to ensuring your foot health and overall well-being, offering solutions for all your foot-related needs.
