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Burning feet is a condition that can occur in many different types of people for many different reasons. It could simply be caused due to fatigue e.g. people who are on their feet all day.
Most commonly it is found in people over the age of 50 and in people with diabetes. Diabetics can be affected by burning feet due to neuropathy (loss of feeling in the feet).
- Neuroma Pain (pinched nerve between 3rd and 4th toes)
- Athlete's foot can sometimes produce a burning sensation
- Gout
- High levels of alcohol consumption
- Tight, damp shoes and socks manufactured from man-made materials or allergic reaction to materials
- Generally hot and sweaty feet due to fatigue
- Smoking
- Neuropathy
- Thyroid problems
- Gastric restriction in obese people
- Insulin dependent diabetes
- Vitamin deficiencies
- Mechanical causes e.g. Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (entrapment of the nerve)
There are a number of possible causes for burning feet so treatment varies according to cause. Accurate diagnosis is therefore essential in preventing further irritation.
- Nerve conduction velocity testing
- X ray
- Blood tests
- History evaluation
- Examination by Podiatrist/Chiropodist
- Wear socks and shoes that provide enough room for the foot to breathe properly
- Buy socks made from natural fibres such as cotton and wool, and shoes made of leather
- Cut down on alcohol and cigarettes
- Purchase a good cooling foot cream such as Gehwol Footcream
- Cushioning insoles may make standing more tolerable
- Bath feet in cool water for instant relief
- If hot and sweaty feet is the likely problem, there are various self treatments for this problem such as creams and insole
If you feel the burning is intolerable, it is advised that you see a doctor or Podiatrist/Chiropodist to be tested for some of the conditions listed above.
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