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Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 12:05 pm


Risk Factors and Causes
Risk factors for foot pain include the following:

Age (children and the elderly are at increased risk)
Heredity (many structural foot problems are inherited)
Overweight/obesity
Prolonged periods of standing (especially on hard surfaces)
Repetitive jumping and running (especially on hard surfaces)
Wearing ill-fitting, high-heeled, or narrow shoes regularly



Certain medical conditions also increase the risk for developing foot pain. These conditions include ...Read the full article

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