Sports Foot Injuries
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Comprehensive Athletic Foot Care
The numerous joints, bones, and tendons that comprise your foot undergo immense force during physical activity. Whether you experienced a sudden, violent twist on the field or you are suffering from gradual overuse caused by intense training, a sports foot injury can completely derail your active lifestyle. Dr. Soltani specializes in diagnosing and rapidly treating a wide array of biomechanical and athletic foot injuries to get you safely back to your sport.
Common Sports Injuries We Treat
Ligament Sprains & Strains
The joints of the foot are bound together by thick protective ligaments. When subjected to an abnormal twist or repeated over-stretching during sports, these ligaments suffer micro-tears. Even a minor tear can set up a localized pain point that flares up with every step. Treatment focuses on immediate rest, supportive strapping to stabilize the joint, and the use of custom orthotics to remove mechanical stress while the tissue heals.
Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)
If you feel a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel when you first stand up in the morning, or immediately following a long run, you likely have Plantar Fasciitis. This occurs when the thick band of tissue running across the bottom of your foot becomes strained and inflamed where it attaches to the heel bone. We utilize conservative therapies—such as soft arch supports, targeted stretching, and electrotherapy—to relieve the tension.
Metatarsalgia (Ball of Foot Pain)
Metatarsalgia describes a deep, aching pain across the forefoot, specifically beneath the metatarsal heads. It is frequently caused by high-impact sports (like tennis or basketball), poor structural alignment, or wearing unsupportive athletic shoes. Treatment aims to improve overall foot function and rebalance weight-bearing loads with specialized padding or orthotics.
Extensor Tenosynovitis
This condition affects the tendons running over the top of your foot. A direct blow, friction from tightly laced athletic shoes, or overuse can cause severe inflammation between these tendons and their protective sheaths. You may even feel a slight "grating" sensation when you touch the top of your foot and move your toes. Rest and footwear modification are essential for recovery.
Subungual Hematoma (Black Toenail)
Often known as "runner's toe," a black toenail occurs from repetitive friction against the front of the shoe or a direct impact trauma (like a soccer cleat). The dark color is actually blood and severe bruising trapped beneath the nail bed, causing intense throbbing pressure. Warning: Do not attempt to pop or drain the nail at home with a needle. This carries a massive risk of severe bacterial infection. Dr. Soltani can perform a quick, painless, and sterile in-office procedure (trephination) to instantly relieve the pressure.
Sports Injury FAQs
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Ignoring a sports injury often leads to chronic pain and prolonged time away from the activities you love. Contact our Irvine sports podiatry office today for a comprehensive evaluation.
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You may be surprised to know that your feet are not supposed to hurt. If you are experiencing daily foot pain, you are not alone; nearly sixty percent of the population seeks help for a foot problem every year. If you are looking for a trusted specialist in Orange County, we are here to help you get back to a pain-free life.
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