Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs are two completely different conditions that are closely related to one another, and are often related to chronic heel pain. Being informed of what the differences between the two conditions are and how they…
In Introduction to plantar fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain in patients. It is a painful condition that can affect people of all ages and activity levels. Thankfully, your sports podiatrist is an expert in diagnosing…
While there are a number of treatments available for plantar fasciitis, many do not provide satisfactory results for the patient and some have undesirable side effects. Shockwave therapy has been shown to be a safe and effective treatment for…
What are plantar fasciitis shoes? There are a number of shoes on the market that claim to be plantar fasciitis shoes. In simple terms, these are types of orthopedic shoes that claim to be an effective method of naturally realigning the foot…
Plantar fasciitis socks have recently gained popularity as a cost-effective home remedy for plantar fasciitis. A quick internet search will return dozens of websites flogging their wares, claiming to heal your plantar fasciitis. From footless,…
PAIN IN THE BACK OF THE HEEL View or Buy Understand the cause and why symptoms do not improvePatients presenting […]
Information about stretches for heel pain If you have ever experienced pain in the heels of your feet, your sports podiatrist may have recommended some stretches for heel pain. Stretching is an important part of most prevention, treatment and…
What are the signs of heel pad pain? Heel pad pain is most commonly felt directly in the middle of the heel bone. It is usually described as a deep and dull aching that feels like a permanent bruise. Walking barefoot on hard surfaces, such…
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF HEEL PAIN FROM RUNNING? Heel pain from running can be due to a number of conditions, including plantar fasciitis, structural or muscular issues or imbalances in the lower leg and foot, or sometimes even your biomechanics…