Diagnosis
When someone decides to go for visiting a doctor for foot pain, the doctor will be inquiring of the conditions of the pain, average walking that the person does or stands on a normal basis. The questions for collecting the history of the patient may also include information on footwear, accidents and other medical conditions.
After collecting all the required data, the medical practitioner will start with the testing of the muscles. They may start straight from the knee and make a search for any out of the ordinary shape or changes in the skin. This study can help the physician to differentiate between the various conditions such as psoriasis and growth among others. Nerve problems can be detected by squeezing the region of the heel. Squeezing can also help to detect the presence of stress fracture or cysts, if any. While these physical examinations may be enough to deduce thorough understanding of the condition, some conditions may demand for more specific diagnostic procedures such as imaging scans and blood tests.
