From getting up in the morning until going to bed at night – we’re on our feet the entire day. And it’s our feet that bear our weight throughout the day. That’s why it’s particularly tough when problems occur in the feet and every step causes pain. Then it’s important to find the cause of your pain and to work out how to combat it. We want to help you with that.
The foundation of your body

Our feet are an anatomical masterpiece with a complex interaction of 26 bones, more than 100 ligaments, over 30 muscles, as well as 33 joints. And these work incredibly hard: we take about 3,000 to 5,000 steps per day. This can be significantly more depending on our job and leisure activities. During each of these steps, our entire body weight rests on our feet. It’s three times that when we’re running.
Ideally, we want to “be firmly grounded with both feet”. Sadly, however, foot pain is quite common, in adults as well as in children. Putting your foot down or the heel-to-toe movement often causes pain, or pain in the sole of the foot occurs.
You must take pain in or under the foot seriously. On the one hand, it can cause significant problems during everyday activities. On the other hand, it affects the entire body when the foundation is out of balance. Foot problems can cause incorrect posture, joint conditions, as well as pain in the knees, hip, and back.
But don’t just start to pay attention when you notice pain: when your gait isn’t smooth, you often twist your ankle, or your shoes wear out unevenly, this can also be an indication that your feet need help.
Common causes of foot pain
Their complex, partly delicate structure makes our feet prone to excessive strain and misalignments. Many people have a common foot misalignment, such as skew, high-arched, splay, or flat foot. If left untreated or without suitable support, feet are then subjected to excessive strain, resulting in pain.

Unsuitable footwear and degenerating foot muscles can also cause problems or worsen an existing condition. The same is true for weak ligaments. Osteoarthritis in the big toe may also be worth considering in cases of certain pain.
And even conditions that seem unrelated to the feet at first glance can play a key role. This is true for diabetes mellitus because diabetes is often associated with disorders of the nervous system, meaning injuries or constricting footwear is barely noticed. Small wounds, cracked skin, or pressure ulcers can become inflamed more easily when combined with poor circulation, which, in turn, may lead to serious complications. In cases of diabetes, the feet therefore require particular attention.
Visit a physician – and be well prepared

Foot pain isn’t just uncomfortable – depending on severity, it can significantly affect everyday well-being. It’s important that you don’t take any symptoms lightly but try to find the cause of your pain. In order to treat your feet correctly, the right diagnosis of your foot problems by a specialist is indispensable.
In addition to a thorough physical examination, your physician will ask you various questions. So you don’t forget anything important at that point, we have created a questionnaire for you to describe your symptoms in detail. Simply download it, complete it, and take it to your appointment.
What to do about foot pain?
Depending on your diagnosis, your physician will arrange suitable medical measures for you. Key components of treating foot pain usually include orthopedic foot orthoses. In particular, this applies to foot misalignments and other problems where the feet need help.
High-quality orthopedic foot orthoses have a biomechanical effect. This means they help your feet function naturally. Foot orthoses provide relief as well as stability and can also have a positive effect on your posture. In addition to your feet, this can relieve your knees, hips, and back at the same time.

But, of course, different feet need different types of support, and your movements are very individual as well. That’s why Bauerfeind offers all sorts of versions. If you’re very active, perhaps playing golf, ball sports, or going hiking, the TRIactive may be the right choice for you: this orthopedic foot orthosis features three functional zones that cushion, support, and guide. The ErgoPad series is available in different versions for common foot misalignments, including one specifically for those suffering from diabetes.
Your physician can guide you to find the best option for you. As with all medical aids, the logic also applies to foot orthoses that they only work 100% effectively if they have been adapted to your personal needs and fit perfectly. Of course, this requires the exact measuring of the relevant body dimensions. A medical retailer at the supply store or orthopedic foot technology department is the right contact for you: this person will individually manufacture your orthopedic foot orthoses corresponding to your foot condition. In this way, you will receive unique products for your foot health, perfectly adapted to your footwear and everyday activities.
The more precise the information you can give your medical retailer about your symptoms, the more effectively they will be able to help you. Our questionnaire will also guide you to find the perfect foot orthosis. Simply complete it and take it to the medical supply retailer or orthotist.
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Take care of your foot health
In addition to orthopedic foot orthoses and shoes that fit properly, you can do more to prevent foot pain. Regular foot care should ideally become routine. Depending on your condition, we also recommend thoroughly examining your feet for pressure peaks, reddening, calluses, or wounds.
As is frequently the case, exercise also plays a crucial role: foot exercises strengthen your feet and relieve strain caused throughout the day. Just a few minutes every day are enough. Walking barefoot regularly also exercises your foot muscles so your body has a solid foundation.