Heel pain is one of the more common forms of foot pain in adults. It can be felt either under the heel or just behind it. It can range from a mild discomfort to a disabling chronic pain. The heel absorbs the impact of the ground every step we take, and on average that’s 7,500 steps a day for a moderately active person.
Heel pain can be caused by multiple different structures so it is important to get the correct diagnosis, some of these can include:
There are many causes and contributing factors to heel pain. Our podiatrists will be able to help diagnose and identify the underlying cause. Some of the causes include:
Our podiatrists will be able to perform a thorough examination which will include a musculoskeletal assessment. This will allow us to analyse your foot, leg and ankle position.
We will then have a discussion with you about treatment options, these may include: