What Causes Tenderness On The Ball Of The Foot?

Posted on Sat, 17 Sep 2016

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Sat, 17 Sep 2016 Answered on

Fri, 7 Oct 2016 Last reviewed on

Question : My middle toe feels like it is flopping when I walk. It almost seems detached. The ball of my foot is tender as well, What might this be?

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
X ray foot required to rule out fracture

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Madam

I can certainly understand your concern.

It's very important to get an x ray of the foot to rule out any fracture.

Meanwhile, painkillers like Diclofenac sodium can help you to control the pain and tenderness.

Further management if any is largely based on test results.

Thank you.

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar