What Causes A Sudden Painful Popping Sensation In The Middle Of The Foot's Sole?

Posted on Sat, 10 Mar 2018

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Question : i was outside and i felt something pop in the bottom middle of my left foot and it is PAINFUL WHAT SHOULD I do

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Your symptoms seem to be related to plantar fasciitis.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Your symptoms seem to be related to plantar fasciitis. Sometimes plantar fasciitis shows itself with a pop. Plantar fasciitis in simple words is an inflammation of the tissue that connects the heel with the toes.

A physical examination is needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Some advice that I can give to you are:
- Take anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen
- Rest
- Ice compresses can help
- If you don't get better you should consult your doctor and take prescribed cortico-steroids.
- Physical therapy is needed

Hope my answer was helpful. If you have any other questions feel free to ask me again.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician

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