Foot pain is quite a common problem that affects the young and old. One common cause of foot pain is tendonitis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Tendonitis means inflammation of the tendon that runs over, under, or on the sides of the foot. A tendon is a strong band that joins muscle to bones. Inflammation and tear of tendons and ligaments around the foot will cause ankle and foot tendonitis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n In simple terms, if your tendons get inflamed, you will experience\u00a0mild or severe pain around the affected tendon. Other symptoms are<\/p>\n So, if your foot hurts during activity and eases off during rest, there is a possibility that you’ve injured one of your tendons.<\/p>\n It is important you see a podiatrist or orthopedic foot surgeon to easily diagnose why you have foot pain. Remember<\/strong>, there are many causes of foot pain. In severe cases, it could be a fracture or an ankle sprain.<\/p>\n This article explains ankle and foot tendonitis, causes, and treatment options.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Tendons are tough connective tissues whose main function is to connect muscle to bones. So, when you move around, your muscles contracts, pulls your tendons, which in turn allows movement to occur. Tendons are located on the top, bottom, and sides of the foot. On the top of the foot <\/strong>are extensor tendons that help move your foot towards the front of the leg (dorsiflexion) There include<\/p>\n On the side of the foot are<\/strong><\/p>\n At the back of the foot is the Achilles tendon<\/strong> that stretches from the posterior part of the leg and gets attached to the heel bone (calcaneus).<\/p>\n Also present at your ankle and foot are ligaments<\/strong>. These ligaments primarily hold bones in shape. If they get injured, you will experience foot pain and swelling.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For athletes and runners, the feet are on repetitive pressure. Running long distance, especially\u00a0on badly fitted shoes, put tension on your foot tendons resulting in inflammation.<\/p>\n Persistent pressure on your ankle tendons can cause inflammation. Also, sudden foot injury from abnormal foot rotation can cause tendonitis.<\/p>\n A very high foot or flat foot will cause abnormal pull of your tendons. This can cause foot tendonitis.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Generally, when there is inflammation of tendons, there is a characterized pain in the affected area.<\/p>\n For example, if the extensor tendons are inflamed, you will experience pain on top of the foot. Likewise<\/strong>, if the tendons on the side of the foot are inflamed, you will have pain on the outside or inner foot.<\/p>\n In mild cases, you may not have swelling of the foot. Or if they occur, it resolves quickly. In severe cases like an ankle sprain when your ligament gets torn, pain and swelling is common and may last for days.<\/p>\n As expected, walking and running will come with difficulty if your tendons are inflamed. You will notice pain in the affected tendon area during movement. At rest, when the pressure is off, pain usually subsides.<\/p>\n During ankle tendonitis, you will feel stiffness while walking or moving your foot up and down. This is because pain and swelling limits joint flexibility. In severe cases of tendon damage, you will be unable to use your foot.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Extensor tendonitis is inflammation of group of tendons that run over the top of your foot. These tendons can easily be affected by the use of tight-fitting shoes, especially those with a hard upper surface.<\/p>\n As you walk, persistent pressure on your extensor tendons causes injury and inflammation. Most commonly, extensor tendonitis affects runners, athletes, and cyclist.<\/p>\n Causes<\/strong><\/p>\n Symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n When the Achilles tendon becomes inflamed, you can expect pain at the back of the foot and swelling. The Achilles tendon runs downwards through your legs to be attached to the calcaneus bone (heel bone).<\/p>\n When inflamed, you will notice mild or severe pain while walking, running or standing on the ball of the foot.<\/p>\n Causes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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Here are some questions your doctor will need you to answer<\/strong> to learn why you have foot pain<\/p>\n\n
<\/span>What are tendons and ligaments?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/span>What causes ankle and foot tendonitis?<\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>1.\u00a0 Foot overuse<\/span><\/h3>\n
<\/span>2.\u00a0 Direct injury of the ankle and foot<\/span><\/h3>\n
<\/span>3.\u00a0 Abnormal shape of the foot<\/span><\/h3>\n
<\/span>Symptoms of foot and ankle tendonitis<\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>1.\u00a0 Foot Pain
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<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/span>2.\u00a0 Swelling<\/span><\/h3>\n
<\/span>3.\u00a0 Difficult in walking or running<\/span><\/h3>\n
<\/span>4.\u00a0 Joint stiffness<\/span><\/h3>\n
<\/span>Types of Ankle and foot tendonitis<\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>1.\u00a0 Extensor Tendonitis
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<\/span>2.\u00a0 Achilles tendonitis
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