Pain Over the Soles of Feet
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Pain under the foot
Foot arch pain
The soles of both feet hurt
Plantar fasciitis
The sole of my left foot hurts
The sole of my right foot hurts
Foot pain
Pain in the bottom of my foot
About the Symptom
This describes pain in the sole, or the bottom of the foot in front of the arch. The pain may be pressing, sharp or dull in nature.
Possible Causes
Generally, Pain over the soles of feet can be related to:
- Hyperuricemia
Hyperuricemia is an increased uric acid level in the blood. Causes include alcohol intake and high consumption of meat and seafood. It's also associated with health conditions such as diabetes, heart, and kidney disease. It can lead to several diseases, including gout, a painful type of arthritis.
- Toxic Erythema of Chemotherapy
This is a side effect of some cancer chemotherapy drugs that can cause redness, swelling, and blistering on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. It tends to appear within the first 2 to 3 months of treatment.
- Clavus
Clavus, more commonly known as a corn, is a condition where skin thickens and hardens over a specific area, often the foot, due to chronic pressure.
- Morton's Neuroma
- Hallux Valgus
- Lumbar Vertebrae Disk Herniation
- Fabry Disease / Lysosomal Storage Disorder
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Spinal Cord Intramedullary Tumor
- Neuropathic Pain
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Do you experience pain in the sole of your foot?
- When did you first notice the pain in the sole of your foot?
- How often do you experience pain in the sole of your foot?
- On a scale of 1 to 10, how severe was your pain in the sole of your foot at its worst?
- How is the pain in the sole of your foot now?
Reviewed By:
Kent C Doan, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr Doan Graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Colorado. He completed additional fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the prestigious Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado. He is a practicing Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in complex and revision knee and shoulder surgery at the Kansas City Orthopedic Institute. He also holds an assistant professorship at the University of Kansas City.
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedics)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
Content updated on Feb 6, 2025
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FAQs
Q.
Can a Specific Disease Cause the Pain in the Soles of the Feet?
A.
Diabetes and gout are common diseases that can lead to pain in the soles of the feet.
References:
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Dalbeth N, Choi HK, Joosten LAB, Khanna PP, Matsuo H, Perez-Ruiz F, Stamp LK. Gout. Nat Rev Dis Primers. 2019 Sep 26;5(1):69. doi: 10.1038/s41572-019-0115-y. PMID: 31558729.
Bandyk DF. The diabetic foot: Pathophysiology, evaluation, and treatment. Semin Vasc Surg. 2018 Jun-Dec;31(2-4):43-48. doi: 10.1053/j.semvascsurg.2019.02.001. Epub 2019 Feb 6. PMID: 30876640.
Armstrong DG, Tan TW, Boulton AJM, Bus SA. Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Review. JAMA. 2023 Jul 3;330(1):62-75. doi: 10.1001/jama.2023.10578. PMID: 37395769; PMCID: PMC10723802.
Q.
What Could Be the Causes of Pain in the Inner Arch of the Foot?
A.
Pain in the inner arch of the foot can result from various factors, including injuries, structural issues, and underlying health conditions. Identifying the specific cause is important for effective treatment and relief.
References:
Cooper MT. Common Painful Foot and Ankle Conditions: A Review. JAMA. 2023 Dec 19;330(23):2285-2294. doi: 10.1001/jama.2023.23906. PMID: 38112812.
Rao S, Riskowski JL, Hannan MT. Musculoskeletal conditions of the foot and ankle: assessments and treatment options. Best Pract Res Clin Rheumatol. 2012 Jun;26(3):345-68. doi: 10.1016/j.berh.2012.05.009. PMID: 22867931; PMCID: PMC3414868.
Q.
What Are the Causes of Foot Pain in the Soles Based on Its Location?
A.
The cause of foot pain in the soles often times varies depending on the location of the pain.
References:
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