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What Causes Intermittent Sharp Pain In The Foot?

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Posted on Wed, 8 Feb 2017
Question: I have intermittent pain in many foot. It occurs in my arch while walking or exercising. It does not radiate from my heel! I also have sharp pain at night on the top of my foot as the tendon leads up toward the vertical leg bone. Please provide possible diagnosis. Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Gopal (53 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Medial Arch Support loss

Detailed Answer:
Hi , I am Dr Gopal Goel , Orthopedic surgeon.
As per your description you are probably suffering from loss of medial arch support in foot.
I suggest medial arch support in your shoes + foot exercises like walking on sand or standing on toes ( to strengthen your foot muscles).
Thanks for the question.please feel free to ask any further question.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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What Causes Intermittent Sharp Pain In The Foot?

Brief Answer: Medial Arch Support loss Detailed Answer: Hi , I am Dr Gopal Goel , Orthopedic surgeon. As per your description you are probably suffering from loss of medial arch support in foot. I suggest medial arch support in your shoes + foot exercises like walking on sand or standing on toes ( to strengthen your foot muscles). Thanks for the question.please feel free to ask any further question.