Nurses can deal with a lot of aches and pains on the job—and I’m not just talking about the patients. Kidding! (Really, for legal purposes, that was a joke.) But one of the most challenging types of pain nurses can deal with is foot pain—foot pain can seem like a “small” thing, but when you work a job that requires you to be on your feet all day or night, having the right supportive footwear makes all the difference. Thanks to long hours of walking and standing, combined with fast-paced work that involves quick pivots, lifting heavy loads, and unpredictable needs, nurses are especially prone to foot issues and a type of heel pain called plantar fasciitis.
Plantar fasciitis is caused by inflammation in the tissue between the toes and heels and can be especially painful for nurses because it can lead to severe heel pain. You might have plantar fasciitis if you notice your heel pain is worse when you first stand up after sitting or resting. If you have any sort of heel or foot pain, be sure to visit your doctor and have it evaluated and equally as important, be sure you are wearing a supportive pair of shoes while you’re at work.
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