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Common painful foot syndromes.

R T Pyasta1, R S Panush

  • 1Department of Medicine, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ, USA.

Bulletin on the Rheumatic Diseases
|February 25, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Foot problems affect 10% of adults and over 50% of the elderly. Proximal plantar fasciitis and metatarsalgia are common causes of foot pain, particularly in women.

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Area of Science:

  • Podiatry
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Foot problems are a significant health concern, with varying prevalence across different demographics.
  • Understanding the epidemiology of foot pain is crucial for public health initiatives.

Observation:

  • The general population experiences a 10% prevalence of foot issues.
  • Elderly individuals exhibit a significantly higher prevalence, ranging from 53% to 95%.

Findings:

  • Proximal plantar fasciitis is identified as the most frequent cause of foot pain in clinical settings.
  • Proximal plantar fasciitis is twice as common in women compared to men.
  • Metatarsalgia is likely the leading cause of foot pain among middle-aged women.

Implications:

  • These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions and preventative strategies for foot health, especially in the elderly and women.
  • Further research into the specific etiologies and risk factors for proximal plantar fasciitis and metatarsalgia is warranted.
  • Clinical practice should be informed by this data to optimize diagnosis and treatment of common foot ailments.

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