I feel like leather patches in areas across both feet. I tried orthotics but it hurt more. This maybe a result of 5 years running long distances in converse tennis shoes as this was all they offered. I ran 13 miles in the AM at 6 minutes per mile, then sprints after school. Same if not more in college and our team won first in the nation. But I would cover a 5 mile course in 25 minutes. 1 mile at 4:10, 1/2 mile at 1.57. Now, they changed to meters decades ago, but in my 60's I find this foot issue. Odd or normal. Note: it takes 20 years to loose 2-3 rows of calluses on my hands after fixing cars for 40+ years. Thanks for the info in your video, but 7 old stress fractures of the long bones in left foot, 9 stress fractures in the right. Complex? Yes. Feels like small stones of no feeling but no pain! Odd? Thanks if you reply. DK Omaha.
I've got one in my left foot, around the area in between the third metatarsal bone and the start of its phalanx; not really on the bottom of the arch but I guess it is still a fibroma. The symptoms and characteristics are similar, as on from what you say. What made me discover it, aside from the occasional pain when walking bare feet, was the presence of another one on the third phalanx side of my middle finger, left hand. It's been more than two years since I noticed it, and it was originally not on the side but on the palm area of the finger. It receded for some time and reappeared in the same position but rotated of 90°, curious.. It is less prone to stress being on the side now, but it keeps growing even if slowly. It is visibly far more easy to be removed surgically than the one in my foot as I can feel quite clearly its contour. I have one or two minuscule ones on the front of my, still, left leg - in the thin front section, half way the length of the Tibia, therefore very easy to spot even if they are just a couple of mm in diameter (they have been there 10 or more years now without any change). I've been abstaining from taking action since I was hoping to find a less invasive solution. I'm more concerned with the one in the foot though. Any thoughts?
+dRyW This is one of those things that is just not possible to diagnose via the internet. Since you are having issues in multiple areas of your body then start with your family doctor. For best treatment of the lump on the foot primarily see a good podiatrist. Good luck!
Ok can u tell me since on my feet there are like 7 small tiny bumps, is that the same as the thing ur talking about because I looked up common symptoms and most of them do not fit me
Usually plantar fibromas are pretty large bumps, but without seeing your foot there is no way to diagnose what the 7 tiny bumps might be. I suggest finding a podiatrist in your area. We have listed on our website podiatrists in other parts of the United States who we feel offer very good care. You can find that list here: www.footankle.com/patients/podiatrists-outside-washington/
Thank you for the conservative approach. A lot of the other info points to some sort of invasive procedure. For me, there's no worry about a falling arch considering I was born with flat feet. This is just super uncomfortable. Is this similar to a ganglion cyst? I've had one on my hand before but this is the first time anything like this has happened to my foot.
I hope you offer Vitrase injections to your patients. It's the only thing that is helping me - the pain had been excrutiating until I did these enzyme injections. It works pretty quickly too!
The evidence for the enzyme injections is weak. We have done them and occasionally they work, but certainly not predictably. I'm glad to hear they worked for you.
There is no evidence that it would help, but that could just be because no one has done the research. There probably no chance it would hurt. I think it is worth trying.
I bought a gel pad to put under the limp but all it seems to do is ram into it making it hurt more. You say to cut away the foot pad so it’s not pushing back right?
I have a podiatrist appointment tomorrow because I have lumps on the arches of both feet. I’m quite certain that these are plantar fibroma, first discovered over 2 years ago. The pain is worst when I get out of bed, but it becomes hardly noticeable as the day goes on. Is it logical to doubt a serious or malignant tumor, as it occurs in the same place on both feet?
Fibromas are by far the most common cause of lumps on the bottom of the foot but good idea to get it checked. Here is detailed information on plantar fibromas. Hope this helps! www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
WOW !!!! I learned more in this short video then going to see the 2 different spelicists. I wish I was closer to your state and maybe 1 day I will just have to come that way anyways... For now I'm using 2 or 3 insoles to survive the work days... How would you suggest someone correctly map out the spots to cut out of the inserts. 1 foot large lump other foot 2 medium lumps
I broke my 2nd and 3rd metatarsal on my left foot 10 years ago and my dr just let it heal itself. It has caused a misaligned bone on the top of my foot which gives me foot pain. Now I have a plantar fibroma on the bottom of that foot now. Could it be connected?
I've tried rolling it with a golf ball years ago, and no, it didnt work. Just really painful with no results. Now I know it's a problem for the doctor.
Most common cause is "plantar fibromatosis" The page below has detailed information on treatment of plantar fibromas - including some home treatment options. www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
Can you tell me, I have seen pulsing on the bottom of the feet. it is so strong that it moves the toes aswell. any idea what this is and what kind of treatment would calm the feet?
Hi Mary. There are a number of potential causes. One of the most common would be "lower extremity edema" or swelling - which itself can have many causes. This is really something that is far too involved to be solved online and should be worked up in person by a doctor. I would recommend you see a podiatrist in your area or your primary care physician.
The link you shared has good info on orthotics and treatments. It seems there’s no new research on this ailment. Recently people are seeking radiation to target the fibromas. Every other treatment seems debatable. Even the radiation is sometimes ineffective.
Yeah, it's a hard one to treat. We can almost always eliminate pain but getting rid of the bumps is tough. The page below has detailed information on treatment of plantar fibromas - including some home treatment options. www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
god I wish I had insurance..I cant afford to go to the doctor and get this treated....working in pain has become almost unbearable...Any tips on how to relieve pain of a plantar fibroma other than store bought inserts?
A store bought insert with a cut-out for the fibroma will work well for a lot of people with this problem. You can find detailed information on the best home and professional treatments for fibromas here: www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
It sounds like I've got one of these. I just felt it while rubbing my foot. There's no pain and it doesn't seem to bother me. Is it something I should get checked? If unchecked, could it lead to anything worse? Thanks
Foot & Ankle Center of Washington thanks for the video! I'm pretty sure I won't be doing anything because there's no pain. I'll check with my primary during my next visit.
I had one on each foot since I was 30 years old, when I first noticed them. They were “pea-sized”. I have been a waiter at Disney World for 38 years. I am now 54. This year, the fibromas began to hurt and enlarge. I also got additional ones on each foot and overall thickening of fascia around/near original fibromas that are now marble sized. I noticed them changing and painful overnight after a shift of waiting tables. I noticed this in shower while flat footed. I have extreme plantar fasciitis pain symptoms as well as very tender and inflamed fibromas. I went to podiatrist and am getting custom orthoctics made to accommodate fibromas. This takes 4 weeks to be made, then 4-6 weeks to break them in at work. Fibromas became irritated due to falling arches from waiting tables so many years. Ive bought OTC arch support orthoctics & used LTD tape to secure soft padding on OTC orthoctics, similar to round pads for corns or bone spurs to add to shoes. You can find trucks on how to add them on you tube for relief until orthoctics arrive. You must stretch out fascia from thigh to calve to foot for relief and help!!!
Some good info, HOWEVER, you've left out doing arch and foot exercises. This could possibly solve the problem or reduce it, rather than simply buying expensive orthotics that can make the foot muscles even weaker by being a crutch. Foot doctors who leave out foot rehab exercises are truly doing a disservice to their patients, though fattening their wallets.
I'm a huge advocate of foot strengthening, but unfortunately there is no evidence that it would help plantar fibromas. Plantar fasciitis or plantar fasciosis strengthening has potential to help, but not likely for fibromas.
Good exericse, but no evidence they would affect fibormas. Here is detailed information on plantar fibromas. Hope this helps! www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
Try to find a podiatrist near you who specializes in orthotic therapy. They should be able to make an orthotic for you that is designed to specifically take pressure off of the scar.
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Best understanding video for my issue with my foot
I feel like leather patches in areas across both feet. I tried orthotics but it hurt more. This maybe a result of 5 years running long distances in converse tennis shoes as this was all they offered. I ran 13 miles in the AM at 6 minutes per mile, then sprints after school. Same if not more in college and our team won first in the nation. But I would cover a 5 mile course in 25 minutes. 1 mile at 4:10, 1/2 mile at 1.57. Now, they changed to meters decades ago, but in my 60's I find this foot issue. Odd or normal. Note: it takes 20 years to loose 2-3 rows of calluses on my hands after fixing cars for 40+ years. Thanks for the info in your video, but 7 old stress fractures of the long bones in left foot, 9 stress fractures in the right. Complex? Yes. Feels like small stones of no feeling but no pain! Odd? Thanks if you reply. DK Omaha.
I'm gonna save the time. He only talks about the inner arch of the foot. Not bumps on the outer arch of the foot
I have a lump under my pinky
i have small bump in both arch areA..no pain what is this..
I've got one in my left foot, around the area in between the third metatarsal bone and the start of its phalanx; not really on the bottom of the arch but I guess it is still a fibroma. The symptoms and characteristics are similar, as on from what you say. What made me discover it, aside from the occasional pain when walking bare feet, was the presence of another one on the third phalanx side of my middle finger, left hand. It's been more than two years since I noticed it, and it was originally not on the side but on the palm area of the finger. It receded for some time and reappeared in the same position but rotated of 90°, curious.. It is less prone to stress being on the side now, but it keeps growing even if slowly. It is visibly far more easy to be removed surgically than the one in my foot as I can feel quite clearly its contour. I have one or two minuscule ones on the front of my, still, left leg - in the thin front section, half way the length of the Tibia, therefore very easy to spot even if they are just a couple of mm in diameter (they have been there 10 or more years now without any change). I've been abstaining from taking action since I was hoping to find a less invasive solution. I'm more concerned with the one in the foot though. Any thoughts?
+dRyW This is one of those things that is just not possible to diagnose via the internet. Since you are having issues in multiple areas of your body then start with your family doctor. For best treatment of the lump on the foot primarily see a good podiatrist. Good luck!
What if they’re higher up on the arch, closer up to the ankle?
Ok can u tell me since on my feet there are like 7 small tiny bumps, is that the same as the thing ur talking about because I looked up common symptoms and most of them do not fit me
Usually plantar fibromas are pretty large bumps, but without seeing your foot there is no way to diagnose what the 7 tiny bumps might be. I suggest finding a podiatrist in your area. We have listed on our website podiatrists in other parts of the United States who we feel offer very good care. You can find that list here: www.footankle.com/patients/podiatrists-outside-washington/
Does it happen cause of cold weather?
J Schinos I thought I had this, turns out to be cancer :(
Thank you for the conservative approach. A lot of the other info points to some sort of invasive procedure. For me, there's no worry about a falling arch considering I was born with flat feet. This is just super uncomfortable. Is this similar to a ganglion cyst? I've had one on my hand before but this is the first time anything like this has happened to my foot.
No, a ganglion is a fluid filled cyst while a fibroma is solid. A similar condition on the hand is called Dupuytren's Contracture
I hope you offer Vitrase injections to your patients. It's the only thing that is helping me - the pain had been excrutiating until I did these enzyme injections. It works pretty quickly too!
The evidence for the enzyme injections is weak. We have done them and occasionally they work, but certainly not predictably. I'm glad to hear they worked for you.
Would fascia message help them? Are there any natural cures to makes the lumps smaller? I appreciate your reply.
There is no evidence that it would help, but that could just be because no one has done the research. There probably no chance it would hurt. I think it is worth trying.
By the way, here is some more info on plantar fibromas: www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
I bought a gel pad to put under the limp but all it seems to do is ram into it making it hurt more. You say to cut away the foot pad so it’s not pushing back right?
Here is detailed information on plantar fibromas. Hope this helps!
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
Hi. I have a very large lump on the upper-arch of my left foot. Could this be due to an Arthritic condition?
Here is detailed information on lumps on the bottom of the foot. Hope this helps!
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
Ok Doctor sure wont do it I'm listening arch support sounds good 😊Thank you
I have a podiatrist appointment tomorrow because I have lumps on the arches of both feet. I’m quite certain that these are plantar fibroma, first discovered over 2 years ago. The pain is worst when I get out of bed, but it becomes hardly noticeable as the day goes on. Is it logical to doubt a serious or malignant tumor, as it occurs in the same place on both feet?
Fibromas are by far the most common cause of lumps on the bottom of the foot but good idea to get it checked. Here is detailed information on plantar fibromas. Hope this helps!
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
WOW !!!! I learned more in this short video then going to see the 2 different spelicists.
I wish I was closer to your state and maybe 1 day I will just have to come that way anyways...
For now I'm using 2 or 3 insoles to survive the work days...
How would you suggest someone correctly map out the spots to cut out of the inserts.
1 foot large lump other foot 2 medium lumps
Hi, I think this is what I've got but the doctor said it was a ganglion cyst. How can you tell them apart? Thanks
Here is detailed information on plantar fibromas. Hope this helps!
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
I broke my 2nd and 3rd metatarsal on my left foot 10 years ago and my dr just let it heal itself. It has caused a misaligned bone on the top of my foot which gives me foot pain. Now I have a plantar fibroma on the bottom of that foot now. Could it be connected?
They would not be connected. More info on fibromas here:
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
Get reflexology to massage out the knots! It’s painful, but it really works!
Not likely to work, but it won't cause harm either. More info here:
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
I've tried rolling it with a golf ball years ago, and no, it didnt work. Just really painful with no results. Now I know it's a problem for the doctor.
Does it go away on its own or does stretching eventually break up the tissue to have it leave?
Here is detailed information on plantar fibromas:
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
I have lumps I the middle of my foot what is this?
Most common cause is "plantar fibromatosis"
The page below has detailed information on treatment of plantar fibromas - including some home treatment options.
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
I had one surgically removed and developed large hard scar tissue
Can you tell me, I have seen pulsing on the bottom of the feet. it is so strong that it moves the toes aswell. any idea what this is and what kind of treatment would calm the feet?
Hi Mary. There are a number of potential causes. One of the most common would be "lower extremity edema" or swelling - which itself can have many causes. This is really something that is far too involved to be solved online and should be worked up in person by a doctor. I would recommend you see a podiatrist in your area or your primary care physician.
I am a massage therapist, and I see this with one of my client.
+Mary Hagan does it happen to your patients because of cold weather?
The link you shared has good info on orthotics and treatments. It seems there’s no new research on this ailment. Recently people are seeking radiation to target the fibromas. Every other treatment seems debatable. Even the radiation is sometimes ineffective.
Yeah, it's a hard one to treat. We can almost always eliminate pain but getting rid of the bumps is tough.
The page below has detailed information on treatment of plantar fibromas - including some home treatment options.
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
god I wish I had insurance..I cant afford to go to the doctor and get this treated....working in pain has become almost unbearable...Any tips on how to relieve pain of a plantar fibroma other than store bought inserts?
A store bought insert with a cut-out for the fibroma will work well for a lot of people with this problem. You can find detailed information on the best home and professional treatments for fibromas here: www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
20to1Devotchka see this is why I love living in Canada, free health care
I cut out the shape on my shoe so it wasn't so much pressure of the lump but mine is 7mm
Is this something that can appear at nights before bed and goes away daily?
I don't know but mine grows and shinks!
It sounds like I've got one of these. I just felt it while rubbing my foot. There's no pain and it doesn't seem to bother me. Is it something I should get checked? If unchecked, could it lead to anything worse? Thanks
Here is some info that should help: www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
Foot & Ankle Center of Washington thanks for the video! I'm pretty sure I won't be doing anything because there's no pain. I'll check with my primary during my next visit.
I had one on each foot since I was 30 years old, when I first noticed them. They were “pea-sized”. I have been a waiter at Disney World for 38 years. I am now 54. This year, the fibromas began to hurt and enlarge. I also got additional ones on each foot and overall thickening of fascia around/near original fibromas that are now marble sized. I noticed them changing and painful overnight after a shift of waiting tables. I noticed this in shower while flat footed. I have extreme plantar fasciitis pain symptoms as well as very tender and inflamed fibromas. I went to podiatrist and am getting custom orthoctics made to accommodate fibromas. This takes 4 weeks to be made, then 4-6 weeks to break them in at work.
Fibromas became irritated due to falling arches from waiting tables so many years. Ive bought OTC arch support orthoctics & used LTD tape to secure soft padding on OTC orthoctics, similar to round pads for corns or bone spurs to add to shoes. You can find trucks on how to add them on you tube for relief until orthoctics arrive. You must stretch out fascia from thigh to calve to foot for relief and help!!!
I've had lumps on the arch and ball of both my feet and they go away after a day
This would only be some swelling if it goes away in a day. Not the fibromas discussed in the video.
Foot & Ankle Center of Washington It comes back randomly the next day and my fingers have started to swell as well
This could be a lot of things and requires an examination to determine the cause. Please see your doctor.
DaKing Holy Rock did u ever find out what it was.. this is EXACTLY what’s happening to me!
What are These Lumps on the Bottom of My Foot? #PlantarFibromas
Foot & Ankle Center of Washington
Some good info, HOWEVER, you've left out doing arch and foot exercises. This could possibly solve the problem or reduce it, rather than simply buying expensive orthotics that can make the foot muscles even weaker by being a crutch. Foot doctors who leave out foot rehab exercises are truly doing a disservice to their patients, though fattening their wallets.
I'm a huge advocate of foot strengthening, but unfortunately there is no evidence that it would help plantar fibromas. Plantar fasciitis or plantar fasciosis strengthening has potential to help, but not likely for fibromas.
@@Footankle that snarky comment from 'Brendan' is a classic example of Dunning Krueger Syndrome. Good job, Magone!
Calf raises with weights.
Good exericse, but no evidence they would affect fibormas.
Here is detailed information on plantar fibromas. Hope this helps!
www.footankle.com/heel-pain-center/plantar-fibroma/
SMH
I wish I didn't get surgery now i got a nasty scar and even more pain on my foot and i think the lump is come back
Try to find a podiatrist near you who specializes in orthotic therapy. They should be able to make an orthotic for you that is designed to specifically take pressure off of the scar.
Same thing happened to me ....the scar tissue is worse than the lump
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