Why does my feet hurt when I wake up from sleep?
Why does my feet hurt when I wake up from sleep?
“A top reason for foot pain when you wake up is secondary to a condition known as plantar fasciitis,” says Dr. Suzanne Fuchs, a foot and ankle surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Palm Beach. This causes heel and or arch pain, she explains.
How do you fix sore feet in the morning?
- There are several different ways to ease the pain associated with sore feet. Ice packs, over-the-counter pain medications, and rest can all help.
- Try nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Use the RICE method.
- Put the feet up.
- Stretch the feet.
- Bathe the feet.
How do you know if you have arthritis in your feet?
Symptoms of arthritis in your feet Tenderness when you touch affected joints. Swelling or redness of affected joints. Difficulty standing or putting pressure on your feet. Pain or swelling even when at rest.
How can I stop my feet from hurting at night?
Some treatment options include:
- resting.
- icing the bottom of the foot.
- taking anti-inflammatory medications.
- stretching the calf.
- receiving steroid injections.
- wearing comfortable shoes.
- using night splints to stretch the plantar fascia overnight.
- trying physical therapy.
What causes foot pain early in the morning?
Sharp and achy pains in the bottom of the foot early in the morning are signs of possible inflammation or arthritis. A common diagnosis related to these symptoms is plantar fasciitis, which is an overuse injury of the band of ligament that connects your heel to your toes and supports the arch of your foot.
How do you fix sore feet?
However, following these tips may help relieve your discomfort:
- Apply ice to the affected area.
- Take an over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever.
- Use foot pads to prevent rubbing on the affected area.
- Elevate the foot that’s causing you to have pain.
- Rest your foot as much as possible.
