The discomfort of heel pain can quickly become the main focus of your day. Get relief with the help of a podiatrist who specializes in treating heel-related conditions like plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis. The team of podiatrists at FOOTDRx in Englewood, NJ, and Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY, and Manhattan, NY can treat your heel pain with modern therapies and foot devices.
Causes of Heel Pain (including Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles Tendonitis)
Plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis are two of the most common foot conditions diagnosed in cases of severe heel pain. These are some of the most common causes of these conditions and general heel pain in foot patients:
- Being flatfooted (lack of an arch can put a strain on the tendon that is connected to the heel).
- Excessive standing or walking.
- Strenuous athletic activity including running and jumping.
- Forgetting to stretch the feet properly before exercising and participating in sports activities.
- Wearing uncomfortable or ill-fitting shoes.
Heel Pain Solutions
Heel pain can be reversed with proper care and treatment. Our podiatrist may likely recommend several heel pain solutions that include:
- Orthotic supports that are custom-made for your feet.
- Foot massage and regular soaking.
- Rest with the feet elevated.
- Surgery to repair torn ligaments and tendons in advanced cases.
Heel Protection Tips
After your heel pain is resolved, you should still take steps to prevent a recurrence. Follow these tips to protect your heels:
- Be consistent and wear your prescribed orthotics even when just going to the store.
- Revisit your shoes to ensure they are the correct size and provide ample support for your arch and heels. Invest in your feet and ask your podiatrist for recommendations.
- Take frequent breaks when working or performing physical tasks on your feet all day.
FOOTDRx Can Help You Get Heel Pain Relief
Understanding the most probable causes of heel pain is the first step to helping treat this common foot problem. Call (888) 265-0610 or (201) 816-8778 today to reach the FOOTDRx team in Englewood, NJ, and Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY, and Manhattan, NY for help with your heel pain.