Related Conditions:
- Phlebitis and Cyst in the Pocket Behind the Knee
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Ruptured Vertebrae
- Posterior Compartment Syndrome
- Shin Splints
- Strained Ligament
- Tendon Rupture
- Tendonitis
Symptoms:
- Balance problems
- Balance problems
- Cramps on bottom of feet
- Deep pain in sacroiliac area
- Hammertoes
- Heel pain near achilles tendon
- Lower back pain
- Low blood pressure and unexpected fainting
- Night cramps in the calves
- Numbness and pain in the feet and ankles
- Pain in the top of foot and lower part of shin
- Sharp pain in the bottom of heels
- Spasms in lower back
- Tripping or stubbing toe often
- Weakness
Causes:
- Changing walking or running style
- Climbing long flights of stairs
- Development of varicose veins
- Driving for long periods of time
- Morton’s Foot causing walking on inner edges of the foot
- On the job leaning forwards while standing for extended hours
- Phlebitis and other circulatory problems
- Pressure on back of legs from ottoman
- Running and climbing, Slipping as you walk or run
- Stiff soled shoes, Strenuous walking
- Toes worked to exhaustion
- Walking makes pain worse
- Walking on uneven ground
- Wearing high heel shoes