Metatarsalgia isn’t a condition that affects just men or just women. This condition can affect virtually anyone. It also can affect people of all ages. The people who tend to get the condition more than others make certain lifestyle choices that can lead to the group of symptoms metatarsalgia is so well known for. These symptoms are swelling, pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot. Here is a breakdown of the most common lifestyle choices that can lead to metatarsalgia pain.

Skin cancer is usually associated with excessive sun exposure, so it can be easy to overlook the prospect of contracting skin cancer on our feet. While some skin cancers are caused by ultraviolet light damage, other factors can also be involved, so it’s important to check your feet and ankles for skin cancer as you should do with the rest of your skin.

Hammertoe is a toe deformity that affects one or more of the three middle toes with a downward bend at the middle or end joint. They develop slowly and don't often cause problems until severe bending has occurred and treatment is more complicated.

Diabetes is a medical condition that does not only require constant care of your blood sugar levels but also your feet. Diabetics are at risk for developing serious foot ailments. Uncontrolled diabetes can possibly lead to poor circulation and nerve damage in the lower limbs. Complications from diabetes makes wound healing difficult and makes it easier for a troubling infection to set in.