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When to See a Podiatrist
Foot deformities are a common health condition that can becongenital(present at birth) or acquired from external factors. They can affect the foot joints and bones, causing pain and physical deformities.
This article will discuss the different types of foot deformities based on age, location, and what causes each type.
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Types of Foot Deformities
Congenital
The following are foot deformities that are present from birth:
In Children and Adults
The following are foot deformities that are common in children and adults:
Primarily in Adults
The following are foot deformities that occur primarily in adults:
Foot Deformities Associated With Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Rheumatoid arthritis(RA) is an autoimmune, chronic condition that affects the joints throughout the body. The bones and joints in the feet can change due to the condition causing foot deformities. Flat feet, bunions, and claw toes are deformities commonly seen in those with RA.
Foot Deformities Associated With Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Rheumatoid arthritis(RA) is an autoimmune, chronic condition that affects the joints throughout the body. The bones and joints in the feet can change due to the condition causing foot deformities. Flat feet, bunions, and claw toes are deformities commonly seen in those with RA.
Effects of Different Foot Deformities
Foot deformities can have extensive effects on someone’s life. Emotionally, the physical foot changes can cause distress, lead someone to cover their feet fromself-consciousness, and they may avoid other people. Physically, foot deformities lead to difficulty walking,pain, inability to perform daily activities, and more.
Symptoms That Require Medical Attention
When someone has a foot deformity, it can affect multiple areas of their life. Some deformities can be treated at home, whereas others need medical attention. Below are symptoms that would require medical attention from a healthcare provider:
Apodiatristis a healthcare provider who specializes in conditions affecting feet and ankles. Someone should see apodiatristwhen they have a foot condition or problem. Whether the problem is new or has been going on for a while, a podiatrist can help guide treatment and, if necessary, refer the person to another healthcare provider.
Summary
Foot deformities are conditions that can be present at birth (congenital) or develop as a child or an adult. There are several types of foot deformities, including club foot, bunions, and hammer toe. It’s important to see a healthcare provider for an evaluation and proper treatment. If not treated properly, foot deformities can worsen, causing more pain.
9 SourcesVerywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.American Academy of Pediatrics.Newborn feet: common deformities.Kaiser Permanente.Pes plano vagus (flatfoot).Maynou C, Szymanski C, Thiounn A.The adult cavus foot.EFORT Open Rev. 2017;2(5):221-229. doi:10.1302%2F2058-5241.2.160077Informed Health.Foot deformities.American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Bunions.American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Claw toe.American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery.Hammer toe.American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Rheumatoid arthritis of the foot and ankle.University of Utah.Foot injuries: when to see a doctor.
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Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.American Academy of Pediatrics.Newborn feet: common deformities.Kaiser Permanente.Pes plano vagus (flatfoot).Maynou C, Szymanski C, Thiounn A.The adult cavus foot.EFORT Open Rev. 2017;2(5):221-229. doi:10.1302%2F2058-5241.2.160077Informed Health.Foot deformities.American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Bunions.American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Claw toe.American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery.Hammer toe.American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Rheumatoid arthritis of the foot and ankle.University of Utah.Foot injuries: when to see a doctor.
Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.
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American Academy of Pediatrics.Newborn feet: common deformities.
Kaiser Permanente.Pes plano vagus (flatfoot).
Maynou C, Szymanski C, Thiounn A.The adult cavus foot.EFORT Open Rev. 2017;2(5):221-229. doi:10.1302%2F2058-5241.2.160077
Informed Health.Foot deformities.
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Bunions.
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Claw toe.
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery.Hammer toe.
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Rheumatoid arthritis of the foot and ankle.
University of Utah.Foot injuries: when to see a doctor.
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