Top of the foot pain. Treatment tips!

When you have pain on the top of your foot it is often an arthritic bone spur. You can always have it surgically removed but in this video I talk about what it is and give a few tips about how to treat it conservatively before going under the knife.
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[@wboni001]

"A young lady" I love it so much 🥰

[@michaelfeeney2357]

OMG, she's got my feet right down to the callus location! Thank you so much for the tips/information!

[@olimpiasorando7428]

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[@acornsucks2111]

I am glad he could help that young lady.

[@davidsonmg]

Thank you so much! I've had this issue for 30 years and could never find a good resolution. Moving the laces from the center has been the best thing I've ever done. Now I notice the huge bump pushing up the huge toung. Something so simple like this can change your life.

[@TradBarbie]

If the tongue is doing that I think your shoes are too tight.

[@thequickerflipperpickerupp6281]

I've been experiencing the same top of the foot pain. Thanks for the video!

[@Allisonsummer530]

I wish I could find a foot doctor who is as knowledgeable as this doctor. Wow this is on point as to what I am experiencing in my right foot.

[@aaryantyagi108]

How r u now dear

[@its_bawla_piku7252]

How do treatment for this pain

[@dawnsstar5918]

I've been tending to my "top of the foot pain" with stretchable sneakers, stretching my calf muscles, and more recently the discovery heel lifts, and an occasional lidocaine patch really did the trick for me from walking like Tim Conway's Old Man with a pain scale 6 to an absolute 0. I also wear no shoes in the house. The pain starts as soon as I get on my feet, then eventually will dissipate, as I walk around. Not to say it has gone completely away, but I'm a lot happier.

[@nking532]

This is the best information yet I have found. I too have the exact same problems except I have developed a new symptom with bruising underneath the same foot. After doing some research I found out that I have a stone bruise. I noticed this last year for the very first time and then it happened again just recently. I bought a ball of foot spenco pad and it has helped a lot. My question is should I keep wearing this extra pad along with my walk hero insoles now. My problems are all contained on my right foot where I also have a rotated hip which rotates back and down on the same side. Thank you for your help.

[@rsbharadwaj]

I never thought to consider the callus pattern. I have the same foot pain. And the shoe lace trick - genius!

[@Lindamaine]

Very helpful to have the causes of various problems in addition to the descriptions. And I'll definitely try the shoelace trick! Thank you!.

[@MrMannyboy329]

Been having pain on the top of my foot related to GOUT and your trick on stringing the shoe lace has really made wearing my shoe much more comfortable. Thank You.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You are very welcome!

[@bigbirdwpg]

Wow! Tried lacing my right shoe (right foot pain) like this, and it has made a huge difference. I'll mention this to my therapist.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Glad it helped Denis!! Best, Paul

[@donnamays117]

Just happened up on this video. Wonderful information. I believe this is whats going on with my foot also. Thank You .

[@dexterjameslente3433]

Experiencing the same thank you for the info

[@samackin6032]

I've been experiencing some pain at the top part of my foot and your video and suggestions are greatly helping in pain relief. The lacing adjustment completely blew my mind how much a difference it made. Thank you.

[@donnajones563]

Am getting pain in top of foot my ankle rolling in wards.

[@donnajones563]

My ankle going over

[@azrakabeer8165]

@@donnajones563 leme

[@gaming30378]

Can u pls tell how to wear jeans when having stepin feet injury (injury on above the feet)

[@ThePhiloctopus]

​@@donnajones563 is

[@rajivkhattar1429]

Very well explained and helped a lot understand the reason for the pain on the top of the foot

[@OrthoEvalPal]

I'm glad it helped!

[@cyndee7124]

I bruised the top of my foot with my golf shoe. It has been hurting for 4 weeks, can't stay off it. Am going to try this lacing technique! Thank you for sharing!

[@sheilasmith1109]

You are the first professional who has identified a bone spur on the top of the foot, the “Metatarsal Cuniform Joint!” I am always amazed how some doctors dont have a clue! Much, much thanks!

[@silverstone9952]

Do you have that ?

[@danielharvey3659]

Hello Sheila,how are you doing?

[@sheilasmith1109]

@@silverstone9952 I’m experiencing top of foot pain in this area. I don’t recall my report of findings from either MRI or X-rays mentioning a bone spur. However, that does not necessarily rule out the beginning of a bone spur forming that is not yet detectable. At least in my opinion. Time and further films will only tell. I do understand that there’s arthritis in this area, which demands consistent movement/rehab or it literally feels like it’s locking up. And it will, if not tended to. At least I understand and know I cannot neglect it, or I’ll suffer the consequences. I also know how to support my joints with nutritional therapy for this disease, which makes a considerable difference!

[@sheilasmith1109]

@@danielharvey3659 Some days are better than others! I know MOVEMENT and what you provide the body with, to address the etiology is such a KEY to problems like this! It’s Like keeping a machine well oiled and fueled with proper care to make sure it lasts longer and running well!😀

[@danielharvey3659]

@@sheilasmith1109 well that's true....where are you from?

[@TheItrucker]

I never thought of adjusting my shoe laces. Thank you.

[@lynardok6654]

Just the new way to tie the shoes is a big help. Thanks!

[@joshwilson696]

Consistently very high level of clinical reasoning from this guy. I use lots of things in my day to day practice that I've picked up from watching these videos!

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Thank you Josh!! More to come

[@vildanahadzalic]

Thank you for great video!!!

[@lisab3165]

Smart idea with the threading of the laces!

[@STICKITINYOUREAR]

Wow what a great video. I have the same problem with pain on the top of the foot. I also recently developed metatarsalgia and flat feet, so finding the right shoe and the right insole seems impossible to me.

[@benleone5800]

Hi Great Video. I have exactly what you describe. I have Arthritis at 65. No obesity. My gate is off due to pain. Thought I would walk for exercise. But.... That is a bad idea. I used your lace procedure. That HELPED a lot. What Orthotic? I have a Medium Arch. Size 9.5. Wide of course. Thanks for the video!!! You are the foot Magician!! I can only wear SAS. 240.00 Per pair. Thanks Again! Ben

[@dgedem]

So pleased I came across your video. I too have had pain in the top of my feet, especially my right foot. 11 years ago I saw a Podiatrist and was suggested to wear Brooks Beasts (mens since they have more foot room) with an orthotics and this has worked good until this past year. I had a knee replacement 12 years ago. I had a desk job and could tell when I had to walk that the top of my foot was hurting. When I'd get home from work I would take off my shoes and within 10 minutes they would feel better walking around barefoot. I got lower profile orthotics and it did not help. When I saw your video and changed the shoe laces so that top of the foot did not have the laces crossed it was instant relief! I recently retired early September and now help watch my grandchilden who keep me moving! The foot pain got WORSE and then I found your video! Feeling so much better now. Will have to follow up on stretching and exercises.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Glad the video was helpful

[@nemonemo6285]

Perfect. Thank you.

[@joeearley3351]

This is very helpful thanks 👍😊

[@bjbebe1]

Helpful thank you!

[@mattiesful]

Does a bone spur cause extreme foot pain and swelling? I just had an x-ray that said I have a bone spur on the top of my foot. When I get up from sitting and begin to walk, the pain is awful. I only had open shoes, so it is not from a tight shoe. Thanks. Your video is very informative.

[@lindagray1809]

I've been seeing a podiatrist for 10 years who hasn't been this much help! Callus formation is a killer. I had bunions removed 10 years ago but they're reforming!

[@mine2394]

Try acupuncture

[@Alpha4lf1150]

My foot started hurting since last Thursday (On top) I thought that maybe a snake or spider had bitten me while jogging/hiking. lol. I adjusted my shoes hopping this method work for me because I'm suffering. My appointment it's not till Sep15. Thanks doctor. I certainly appreciate your technique it made clear sense to me.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

I hope you feel better soon!

[@ojcarido2662]

Thank you... Becuz I had been experiencing pains on the top of my foot after doing my workouts..

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Happy to help

[@Tomes23]

This is the video I needed to see.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Glad it was helpful

[@jahinulanam7761]

It was a nice video, Thanks dr 😄

[@denisemoore8536]

thanks a million great tip on the shoe laces

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You are so welcome Denise!

[@girlonFire.]

Thanks!

[@ilovemelodyjane]

Thank you ❣️

[@joshespiritu8074]

Thank you for the video! I work as a post man and walk at least 16 miles a day, sometimes more. I tried the lacing trick but I don't have a spur on the top of my foot, the pain is in the same area as the video, any suggestions?

[@theknow7557]

Try Voltaren.

[@MoxieCom]

Good explanation. Thanks.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You're welcome! More to come!

[@jenniferearle5813]

Def trying the laces

[@nobuhlecharuma1656]

I'm experience the same problem on my right feet

[@suhwanidonthavealastname4816]

👁👁👉🦶...you pointed to the exact spot , homie💥

[@vidagarciav]

Why didn't I think of this???? Shoe tieing technique. Genius. Ty!!!

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You are welcome!

[@CherylAKay]

thank you for helping us. I have really bad ankles and after 30 plus years I'm now 80% wheel chair, that's if I want to move around. I have several questions to which I hope can reverse some of the damage but this is the worst pain I'm curious about. The throbbing pain is when I sit down. In other words, when the pressure is released on my feet, or Pick up my foot. It seems to be in my Achilles. it started about 10 years ago. I do not have pain in my legs from this,. I've tried many shoes for my foot pain and my doctor prescribed to have shoes made for both feet, but they want to made a CAST like shoes which I can not walk with. Yes, I have had one ankle broken and a couple of sprains in the other. i wish my doctor would have taken the time many years ago to explain what was going and how I could have prevented further damage. Maybe he didn't know? I think this has caused the problems in my back as well but it is what it is and now I pray you may be able to help . Thank you so much.

[@pyrijansheikh7093]

Thanks

[@lorimichel5773]

Love the shoelace trick....already use shoe inserts so now going to add this to my shoes....

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Glad you like them!

[@ladyados]

@@OrthoEvalPal How can i order that orthotic insert?

[@prettyflacko534]

“a young lady”

[@OmartheRB]

I was looking for this comment 💀💀

[@Itsktbi]

😂😂😂

[@sonalisah8850]

🤣🤣

[@radhagiridharidas7486]

Your sister

[@vsmox8653]

@@Itsktbi حيه الكتبي سلامات لايكون تعورك ريلك 😂😂 ؟

[@megmathisen9072]

So helpful. Thank you! ❤️

[@castellanofan1365]

Fantastic video

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Thanks Vesalius!

[@garykeane4383]

great vid

[@sumibak]

I HAVE E THE EXACT SEEM PROBLEM. WHILE THE PAIN AND SWELLING EXISTS, IS IT NECESSARY TO WEAR SOME KIND OF BIGGER SUPPORT?

[@Will3TheJerk]

My foot arch has been sore for days and I work in physical labor. I do wear slip on shoes and they are velcro. But still hurts, and only on one foot.

[@melenelewis2955]

Thank you for this video. I have these same spurs on both feet ....I have sjorgrens syndrome with arthritis .....lots of pain in upper foot area especially at night...waking with severe pain. I am in south africa....will I need to be fitted with orthotics by a physio therapist?

[@janiecox284]

I have the exact same pain. But my bend area in my ankle is unbearable to press down on. So I do a hobble when I walk. My whole walk has changed, I walk like a elderly person & it's interfereing with my social life.

[@WASIMAKRAM-cg1wf]

Same problem with my mother, what she do and what is the solution ?

[@margaretchayka6878]

I just naturally started to tie my shoes differently and it's a big help. My arch supports and my bone spur are constantly competing with each other to see which one can give me the most trouble! I wear different shoes every day and change them also in the middle of the day if I'm working.

[@dm5129]

I try to wear different shoes all the time too. My car looks like a shoe store but to alleviate pain in a particular spot it is needed. I was pretty sure it was from arthritis because I had that already in childhood. However now bone spurs start and that is mighty painful. I am going to begin to take supplements for joint support, cartilage support and bone support. When looking at all the different ways in which this type of health is impacted and how it may be possible to see small positive changes I realized that this will likely be something that has to be applied for a long time, possibly a life long health aide to combat additional aging. Perhaps if I see it as as vital as the daily blood pressure pill that keeps me in a safe range then I will be able to better befriend the idea that this will also be a lifelong adjustment. I do remember the great satisfaction I get when I have gotten a diagnosis correct and with the help of supplements I choose successes can be registered. This is the outcome I am hoping for because then everything was worth it.

[@nahum8481]

I've had this problem for only a month. I will try this

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Best of luck!

[@tracyabernathy4591]

For me it jas been since this Tuesday. I have been having pain in my right fight no inside trying too pock out like this lady but the advice of loosening my shoe laces and wearing a bigger size sounds like it will help me.

[@animus3328]

Fantastic video...thank you...

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Thanks Michel!

[@animus3328]

You are great with the info....believe me everyone...this video is awsome

[@ammihernandez71]

Man! Never thought to adjust my shoe laces. I have started to use a half size bigger though.

[@maryschoen9914]

I have the same condition, of pain on top of my foot. I had foot surgery where they shaved the top of my bone off, a year ago, everything went fine, and I thought the problem was gone. Here I Am A year later with the same problem again very discouraging.

[@tracyabernathy4591]

I have been since Tuesday experiencing pain in my right foot on the right side of my foot and heal part this makes sense loosening your shoes laces and getting bigger size shoes thank you.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You are welcome!

[@rayericphillips3916]

Hi...A few months ago I overcame gout in my right foot then just recently I had it for a short while in my left foot. then it went but now I have a pain in the top and side of my foot. Particularly a small sore red area on the side of the foot. In the early morning I also have bad cramp in the same leg and calf muscle. At the moment my foot is slihghtly swollen too. It is so painful at times I have to to resort to Ibuprofen and painkillers. Any advice gratefuly received.......

[@illumunatedone]

Omg freaking genius! I'm going to try this! Thank you! ❤

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You are welcome! I hope it works for you. Best, Paul

[@bobwilliams2376]

did it work?

[@jiblalgautam1408]

Great information, welcome from Nepal

[@soumya86]

That shoelace tip - mind = blown.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Hi Sumi, It really can be a game changer for many.

[@bobwilliams2376]

did it work for you?

[@soumya86]

Bob Williams I haven’t tried it yet because my foot stopped hurting after a good nights sleep. But next time I wear sneakers I will be changing up the shoelace

[@xxdbeast7458]

Both of the top left of my big toes hurt when I wear socks and it's only the the top left everywhere else is fine

[@sab8282]

Thanks dr

[@redrickgaming1837]

Need this too

[@juliel8720]

I wear brooks running shoes with custom orthotics. have bone spurs on top but Im flat footed nothing works Im in pain all the time!! My husband massages my feet that helps some !

[@marcellaseachrist3400]

I have same issue I believe and still want to see a foot Dr but my top of foot also shoots pain up about 3inches above ankle when sleeping and wakes me up an need to walk a bit than go back to sleep .I wear a sock over foot with also sleeve that is made for feet which has opening for heel area Seems my foot tends to swell maybe a bit which I can't really notice but the sleeve and sock feel tight when I take off in morning I've already worn. a sneaker in bed to eliminate the pain so I can sleep

[@lilcowgirlsluvr]

Thank u for video. Will try shoelace trick. I have Mortons nueroma.. is this also a part of this M.N. ? MY FooT hurts so bad regardless what shoe/ sandal I wear..

[@katezuccala9961]

Great video, I’m 54yof and I jumped out of my ambulance last week and I now have severe pain in the top of my foot. I’m limping atm and find if I turn in the wrong direction I have excruciating pain across the top of my foot. Do you think this is something that I should get investigated or it may just heal over time? I know nothing about feet. Thx Late

[@isaX5]

I play football/soccer. And it hurts so much when I kick the ball. Please help

[@ucehefner1787]

I have this exact pain i assumed it was gout but it never went away i did have spine surgery so im assuming the tight calve causing this pain its unbearable at times after periods of standing or walking or sitting i get up and its like a lighting bolt is being driven into the top of my foot excruciating pain

[@whydoshorts]

I've been struggling with that very same pain, fixing my shoe laces as in the video seem to have taken the pressure off, thanks very much

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Glad it helped!

[@rossanaschofield7068]

@@OrthoEvalPal Can you please recommend some shoes for me? I'm a waitress, the top of my foot hurts a lot, I have a good arch but I also have bunions in both feet. Please doctor 🙏

[@rossanaschofield7068]

Also I have to wear black shoes at work, not tennis shoes

[@LPSMuffinCake556]

@@rossanaschofield7068 how is your foot doing now?

[@ginaperkins4099]

Have achy/ pain on top both feet. Just from walking but up little inclined. Went to podiatrist 2018 X-rays should healthy feet. I was told to buy orthopedic inserts but were expensive and not to walk uphill. It’s back again waiting to see podiatrist Do you think tendons are irritated? The area between tendons feels sore like a sore muscle feels

[@indianlocal9990]

Thank you... i have the same problem..i ma worried a lot

[@aaryantyagi2944]

Sameee

[@zayhoudinii8967]

I bike a lot at least 40 miles a week and I’ve noticed I have a circular bump on the top of both of my feet in the same spot. It’s soft when I press on it and only hurts when I bike. It’s ok the area that she had it as well.

[@bonniemackin983]

Thank you! I'm a long runner with bunions and only recently developed this pain. I'm buying orthotics to counter the pronation (and need to replace my old running shoes). Thank you

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Best of luck to you Bonnie! Have you ever tried the HOKA running sneaker? amzn.to/3kxi1TJ

[@sl2608]

Would love to know if she found a wider, deeper shoe that works for her -- or if you have one to recommend. Thanks.

[@valledesma]

I am a nurse and I’m on my feet for 16 hours at times. I put in about 19k steps on average. My feet are killing me! I have the same issue the woman in your video has. I have had bilateral halluc valgus osteomy 15 years ago and I still have pain. I am interested in the orthotics. Do you have a separate video on that??!

[@marty56443]

I have a tightness at the top of my foot. Extending from the ankle to my big toe. Is this the same situation? It's right above the arch area. Any suggestions?

[@StacyandThomas]

Are those orthotics made specifically for her feet or can we purchase those somewhere? I also have pain on the top of my feet, but I sometimes also have some pain on the upper side of my feet. What should I do about that? I love wearing my Burkenstock sandals so I thought that maybe I should buy the Burkenstock shoes. Well, the shoes are a little constrictive for my wide feet. So I took the inserts out of the shoes and put them in my New Balance shoes. But I still have pain in my feet.

[@sandrakenney4598]

What over the counter medication or ointment reliefs on top of foot spur?

[@JOLEBLON62]

Omg this is EXACTLY my issue. Just noticed it about 3 weeks ago. When I first get up in the morning my bone under my right big toe feels as if it's swollen & protruding down. It's very sore on top of my foot, also I've noticed my big toe drawing inwards rods the second toe I bought a foot brace to keep the big toe straight.. it's yet to arrive. I'll also try loosing & skipping the crisscross on my shoe. Hope this helps. Definitely don't want surgery THANX for the suggestion!!

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You are welcome Kimberly! Best of luck!

[@julieheaven5048]

Wow, I am having very similar problem. Right now on top of my foot is swollen and I am in so much pain

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Sorry to hear that

[@damnkookie]

Same it's hurting so much :(

[@antheablackmore5838]

Correct toes and vibrobarefoot shoes ( wide toe box) and walking barefoot have been the complete life changer, having spent hundreds on orthotics which were utterly useless!

[@user-hl6kd8ey9w]

الف شكر على المعلومات القيمة و المفيدة دكتور

[@cynthiarussingram1672]

I’m having the same problem. I need assistance.How can I get help?

[@nimasamy4805]

Hi.. I took MRI scan in that osteoarthritis changes in 2 nd metatarsophalangeal joint with subchondral cysts and edema.. what to do.. surgery is the option . My age is 60.. any other treatment is there..reply me thanks..

[@ziggyMcgee420]

I got an MRI done for my ankle and in the findings it says partial-thickness cartilage fissuring with trace subchondral edema lateral corner talar dome extending over 3mm. It also shows osseous spur a small body along the lateral margin of the talar head neck measures 6mm in size and scar tissue to ligaments. According to the MRI results is it saying I have osteochondral lesion and bone spur ? I've been feeling pain for 7 months and it hurts even more when I exercise and single leg balancing/hopping.

[@tonyk6523]

So what's next? Surgery?

[@ziggyMcgee420]

@@tonyk6523 no surgery. I had a surgeon misdiagnosing me.

[@JanetGrim]

Hello, thank you for the video. This is exactly what’s going on with my foot! Which insoles from tread labs would you suggest for this problem?

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Hi Janet, I like to Pace bit.ly/2ZnASIL

[@remyavarma8216]

Thank you so much,this was really helpful

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Glad it helped! You are welcome!

[@rosedagostino4153]

5:22pm 8-4-2023. The top of my right foot has pain when i walk or even when I'm driving. It could be arthritis. Put i will do what the doctor said in the video. I will change my shoe lase on my right foot and use the arch supports.

[@OrthoEvalPal]

Definitely worth a try. Better than surgery or an injection.

[@gking3466]

Thank You for your video. I have been experiencing top of the foot pain and swelling for years. Recently it is not been as painful but I now have burning pain on the side of the foot about 2" below the big toe. It is extremely painful when walking could this still be related to arthritis?

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You are welcome! It could be arthritis but hard to say. There could be a few other factors at play

[@simplelivingwithconniekeen9485]

Thank you, Dr., for that great tip! I am an avid walkee who have been having pain in the top and side of my foot. Will try the orthotics and shoelace trick!

[@OrthoEvalPal]

You're most welcome! I hope it helps.

[@myilrangamvellakovil8713]

Dr anaku etha peracanaigal than enimala follow panran

[@ishaan5077]

I recently got a fracture at the same place

[@januaryforward1320]

What insert do you suggest? I’m suffering

[@ashabagittens5478]

Hi night am feeling lots of pain in that same area u was pointing on lady foot pain pain some times I wanner cry but I can't too much pain it had a time my foot gt wet from rain water sock wet boots wet n is when I reach home I take them off n know am feeling real pain in my 2 foot what can I use to stop d pain please please where is the pain coming from

[@mikedlp9159]

hey i have pain on the bttom of my foot it hurts alilltle bit every time i walk what can i use to treat it