Pain in the ball of the foot affects the area beneath the metatarsal heads, which are the bones
located just behind the toes. This part of the foot absorbs significant pressure during walking,
running, and standing.
When excessive load is placed on the forefoot, irritation of the joints, nerves, or soft tissues may
occur, leading to discomfort.
People experiencing pain in the ball of the foot may notice:
Symptoms may gradually worsen with activity.
Pain in the ball of the foot can occur for several reasons, including:
At Absolute Footcare, forefoot pain is assessed through a gait and biomechanical assessment.
This allows us to evaluate how pressure is distributed across the foot during walking and identify
factors contributing to increased forefoot loading.
Treatment depends on the underlying cause identified during your assessment.
Possible treatments may include:
If you are experiencing ongoing foot pain, the best first step is to book a gait and biomechanical
assessment so the underlying cause can be identified.