Heel Pain
Heel Pain
Individualized Treatment Plans | Board Certified | Over 35 Years of Experience
Individualized Treatment Plans
Board Certified
Over 35 Years of Experience
Solutions for Your Heel Problems
Heel pain is generally the result of faulty biomechanics that places stress on the heel bone and soft tissues that are attached to it. It can also occur from an injury from walking, running, or jumping on hard surfaces, the use of ill-fitting footwear, or being overweight. If you're experiencing foot pain, call
our experienced doctor at Carol A. Akerman, DPM.
Our doctor is board-certified in foot and ankle surgery with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. She offers individualized treatment plans.
Heel Spurs
One of the main causes of heel pain is a heel spur. It is a bony growth on the underside of the heel bone. They result from the strain on your muscles and ligaments of the foot by stretching of the long band of fibrous connective tissue, the plantar fascia.
It is visible by X-ray and appears as a protrusion that can extend forward as much as half an inch. The condition is often called “heel spur syndrome.”
Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain and heel spurs are associated with an inflammation (plantar fasciitis) of the band of fibrous connective tissue.
Medical Care for Heel Pain
If your heel pain continues, limit your daily activities and seek care with us. We will examine the area and perform diagnostic X-rays. Treatment such as oral or injectable anti-inflammatory medication, stretching and exercises, and foot supports are available. Physical therapy and surgery may be needed.
Prevention of Heel Pain
- Wear shoes that fit well with shock-absorbent soles, rigid shanks, and supportive heel counters
- Avoid shoes with excessive wear on heels
- Warm up and stretch before exercising
- Lose weight if obese
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Carol A. Akerman, DPM
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