Heel Pain

Heel pain can be caused by many different factors. These range from an inflammation of the soft tissue attachment, to heel spurs, bruising or fracture. The most common form is when the soft tissue attachment in the heel becomes inflamed and painful; this is often diagnosed as a condition call plantar fasciitis.

• Inflammation of the soft tissue attachment (plantar fasciitis)
• Heel spurs which are a small hook likes structure of bone growing out of the heel bone.
• Fracture, sometimes heel bones can have a hair line fracture especially if the person has osteoporosis.
• Bruising can occur in unsuitable footwear or when the heels fat pad has become reduced.
• Excessive physical activity can induce heel pain.
• Excessive foot pronation can lead to heel pain.

• If you are suffering from chronic heel pain consult a health care professional.
• If you are experiencing plantar fasciitis a good supportive shoe will help. Possibly a silicone heel cushion or an anti pronatory insole may help if used under the guidance of a podiatrist.
• Ensure the heel area of the shoe you use is not excessively worn.

Consult your local state registered chiropodist/podiatrist.