Heel Pain
The heel is a padded tissue that typically consists of a lot of fatty tissue. Heel pain is all too common with a variety of people. Heel pain can be caused by obesity, ill-fitting shoes, running, jumping, or even having an abnormal walking style. No matter your age, heel pain may end up being something you will experience at some point in your life. Getting a professional podiatrist to examine your feet may be the best way to ensure you properly care for your heel pain and other foot dilemmas effectively and efficiently. Knowing the actual cause of your heel pain can help guide you towards the best ways to relieve it. Contacting a professional who can steer you in the right direction when it comes to accurately diagnosing your heel pain is the best course of action to take to finally alleviate the pain.
Complications Associated with Heel Pain
Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs are both common complications associated with untreated heel pain. In fact, depending on how severe your heel pain is, it is important to get it looked at by a professional podiatrist to ensure that your pain does not end up becoming a severe issue down the line. The reality is heel pain may be a sign of a bigger issue. Ultimately, getting a professional’s opinion on any pain you have in your feet – especially in your heel – can make a significant difference to your overall health.
Common Treatments for Heel Pain
Depending on the ultimate cause associated with your heel pain, there are different treatments that can help alleviate your pain. The easiest thing to do is take a rest from any activities involving heel stress like running or jumping. Other treatments may include any of the following: ice packs, regular foot massage concentrating on the actual arch of your foot, professional strapping, nighttime splint, flexibility exercises, ultrasound therapy, anti-inflammatory medicine, noticing issues with your posture or walking style, shoe inserts and surgery. Surgery will only be required in a small number of cases where the heel pain is too severe and does not respond to the conservative options.
Contact Us Today with All Your Podiatry Needs
No matter your situation, Greenspring Podiatry is here to help solve your and your family’s foot and ankle issues in a comfortable and welcoming setting. The doctors possess decades of experience diagnosing and treating a variety of foot and ankle-related conditions, from bunions and heel pain to sprained ankles and hammertoes. Foot and ankle pain, injuries and other problems are inconvenient and irritating, often causing patients to have difficulty walking. Here at Greenspring Podiatry, we understand how critical the feet and ankles are to the body, movement, and participation in daily life.
