Running Shoes Tight On Top Of Foot. The extensor tendons, located in the top of the foot, are needed for flexing or pulling the foot upward. If you can fit more than one finger behind your heel with your toes touching the top of the shoe, the shoes are too long for you.

Inflammation of the extensor tendons on the top of the foot lifts the toes that will induce top of foot pain. Lots of people associate tendonitis (a.k.a. an inflamed. Bruised toe(s): Your shoes aren't long enough.
As a result, most people buy running shoes too small to account for these issues, causing black toenails which might fall off, blisters, foot and toe cramps, and uncomfortable rubbing, Gaudette says.
Extensor tendonitis is inflammation of the extensor tendons which run along the top of the foot.
This is caused by overuse or tight-fitting shoes, flat feet, prolonged standing/walking, muscle tightness, and off-road running. The tendons that run along the top of the foot and pull the foot upwards become inflamed and painful. Lots of people associate tendonitis (a.k.a. an inflamed.








