MD Podiatrist Discusses Pandemic Foot Pain

If you’ve been experiencing unusual foot pain, you’re definitely not alone. Podiatrists say they’ve seen an increase in what they’re calling “pandemic foot pain.” Dan Michaels, DPM says as people head back to the office and back to the gym, they are doing too much, too fast.
 
 
We are seeing some tendinitis, especially some Achilles tendinitis,” she said. The type of foot problems have changed throughout the pandemic. In the beginning, as most people stayed home, she saw a big increase in plantar fasciitis. If you’re suffering from any kind of unusual foot pain, you should discuss it with your doctor as soon as possible, Dr. Michaels advises.