This article discusses three common presentations of foot pain following exercise: stress fractures, plantar fasciitis and arthritis.

The Focus articles in this month's issue discuss conditions affecting the lower limbs, including peripheral artery disease, diabetic foot ulcers, paediatric pes planus and various skin conditions.

Diabetic foot remains a global public health challenge and is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality.

Foot ulcers are an independent predictor of recurrent foot ulcers, foot surgery and amputation.

Psychological support provided by GPs is an important factor for the maintenance of a positive sense of wellbeing for patients with persistent pain.

A man, aged 31 years, presented with a five-day history of worsening sore throat and a mixed macular–vesicular rash on his hands.

Diabetic foot ulcers are associated with significant morbidity and mortality and can subsequently lead to hospitalisation and lower limb amputation if not recognised and treated in a timely manner.

The aim of this article is to provide GPs with a review of the current literature, summarise a diagnostic pathway and propose a treatment algorithm for median arcuate ligament syndrome.

This paper explores a typical patient scenario in primary care to highlight evidence-based approaches for challenging aspects of management, such as imaging and pain management.

Treatment of central low back pain is difficult given the numerous treatment options available.

This article outlines an approach for understanding, explaining and managing chronic pelvic pain in women with a normal laparoscopy.

The study aims to identify the relationship between somatic amplification of bodily sensations and health anxiety in adolescents.

Every doctor has experienced heartsink with the realisation that the next patient encounter will be difficult. Engaging with heartsink issues is demanding and uncomfortable but necessary.

This article summarises the aetiology and contributing factors of vaginismus, how a diagnosis can be made, the implications of vaginismus for primary care clinical practice and treatment options.

Chronic pelvic pain can be challenging for practitioners but more especially patients. Understanding its nature and the range of available therapies can assist significantly.*