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By tying your shoelaces too tight can you develope nerve irritation of the foot?

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Tight laces: They would have to be pretty tight . But , yes , it can be done if the nerve is in the right place and the laces hit it hard enough and often enough. See your podiatrist - this can become serious if you damage the nerve continuously

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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