Heel Pain

WHAT IS HEEL PAIN

Heel pain is a common foot and ankle problem. Pain may occur underneath the heel or behind it. Many conditions can cause pain in the heels, including:

• Plantar fasciitis.
• Achilles or flexor tendonitis/tendonosis.
• Bone spurs.
• Sever’s disease (mostly in children 8-14 years old).
• Bursitis.
• Stress fractures.
• Inflamed tendons.
• painful, although some people have pain.

What are the risk factors for heel pain?

Anything that puts a lot of pressure and strain on your foot can cause heel pain. The way you walk (foot mechanics) and your foot’s shape (foot structure) are also factors.

You may be more likely to develop heel pain if you:

• Are overweight (have obesity).
• Have foot and ankle arthritis, flat feet or high foot arches.
• Run or jump a lot in sports or for exercise.
• Spend a lot of time standing, especially on concrete floors.
• Wear improperly fitted shoes without arch support and/or cushion.

SYMPTOMS  OF HEEL PAIN

Heel pain symptoms vary depending on the cause. In addition to pain, you may experience:

• Bony growth on the heel.
• Discoloration (bruising or redness).
• Stiffness.
• Swelling.
• Tenderness.
• Pain after standing from a resting/sitting position.
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Treatment for arthritis

Comprehensive treatment for arthritis by Dr. Ravi Shinde, Chiropractor at clinics Mumbai / Thane / Pune