Posted on April 1, 2009 in Latest News
Heel pain is a condition in which bearing weight on heels causes extreme discomfort. Heel pain is triggered due to excessive stress on the feet, and indicates plantar fasciitis, heel spur etc. Ignoring early signs of heel pain can aggravate the condition. Heel pain is commonly seen in:
- Sportspersons
- People who are overweight
- The middle aged
Causes of Heel Pain:
Heel pain can be caused due to many factors. Improper walking style and wearing improperly fitted shoes can exert stress on the heel bone, causing heel pain. Sports and activities such as jumping, running etc. can hurt the heel and result in heel pain.
Conditions causing Heel Pain:
The following conditions can cause heel pain:
- Plantar fasciitis: Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the fascia (tissue band) which connects the heel bone and the toes
- Heel Spur: Heel spur is the bony growth of the heel bone. This condition is commonly seen along with plantar fasciitis
- Injury or bruise: Injury to the foot can bruise the fat pad under the heel resulting in pain
Heel Pain Treatment:
Common treatment of heel pain involves:
- Resting the affected feet till the pain subsides
- Wearing shoe inserts
- Stretching exercises
- Applying ice packs
Tips to prevent Heel Pain:
Following are the tips to prevent heel pain:
- Wear shoes that fit properly, which have proper sole support
- Warm-up before exercising and cool-down after exercising to prevent foot injuries
- Using Shoe inserts or orthoses can support your foot an prevent heel pain
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