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Heel Pain

 

It is essential to look after the health of your feet to participate in physical activities and prevent life, work, or sporting performance from being affected due to heel pain or other foot conditions. If you cannot participate in physical activity, you may be at a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, decreased endurance, and loss of muscle mass. Should you find yourself struggling with painful feet or heels despite elevation and rest, it’s advisable to seek the advice of a podiatrist in Parramatta.


Based in Guildford, we offer professional and tailored podiatry services for many foot conditions, including heel pain treatment for our Sydney patients. You should see our podiatrist to evaluate your heel pain and create a treatment plan if you experience difficulty walking or your heel hurts at night or when resting. If the pain persists for a few days, you regularly experience pins and needles, discover swelling or discolouration of the heel, or any signs of infection, please seek help from our Parramatta-based clinic.

Heel Pain Treatment in Parramatta

Someone holding there heel in pain in Parramtta

Many causes of heel pain are treatable and often without any surgery, if not left unattended for too long. Most of us know how uncomfortable it is to have painful feet and heels after hours of standing or walking or wearing an uncomfortable pair of shoes, but this goes away after rest.

 

Ongoing heel pain is not normal, and consultation with a podiatrist is advisable. They are experienced with the anatomy of the feet and lower limbs and know how to investigate the cause of the pain. Possible causes of heel pain that podiatry care can assist in alleviating:

 

  • Tarsal tunnel syndrome – damage to the tibial nerve and generally results from a previous ankle injury.
  •  Heel bursitis – inflammation of the bursa found between your heel bone and Achilles tendon.
  • Heel pad atrophy – when the fatty cushion in the heel begins breaking down.
  • Plantar fasciitis – irritation and inflammation of the band of fibres that run over the arch of the foot from the heel bone to the toes.
  • Achilles tendinitis, heel spurs, stress fractures, fibromyalgia, osteoporosis, or osteomyelitis (bone infection).

What Is Heel Pain

 Heel pain typically occurs due to inflammation, injury, or strain on the structures in the foot. The most common causes of heel pain are related to the soft tissues (such as ligaments and tendons) and bones in the heel area. The pain may be felt in the front, bottom, or back of the heel, and it can vary in intensity depending on the cause. 

Heel and foot pain in Parramtta region

Causes of Heel Pain and How We Can Help

 

Heel pain is a common issue that can significantly impact your daily life, whether you’re walking, exercising, or simply standing for long periods. At our Parramatta clinic, we understand the various causes of heel pain and offer personalized treatments tailored to your specific needs.



Common Causes of Heel Pain:

  1. Plantar Fasciitis: This is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It occurs when the plantar fascia (a thick band of tissue running along the bottom of your foot) becomes inflamed. This typically causes sharp pain in the heel, especially in the morning or after long periods of rest.
     
  2. Heel Spurs: A heel spur is a bony growth that forms on the underside of the heel bone. This can cause discomfort, particularly during physical activities like walking or running. Heel spurs are often associated with plantar fasciitis.
     
  3. Achilles Tendonitis: This condition affects the tendon at the back of the heel. It can cause pain and stiffness, especially after physical activities like running or jumping. Achilles tendonitis is common in athletes and those who engage in high-impact activities.
     
  4. Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that helps reduce friction around the heel, can cause pain and swelling. Bursitis can result from repetitive motion or pressure on the heel.
     
  5. Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: This occurs when the posterior tibial nerve is compressed as it passes through the tarsal tunnel in the ankle. This condition can cause sharp or burning pain in the heel.
     
  6. Overuse and Strain: Overuse of your feet due to long hours of standing, walking, or intense physical activity can strain the ligaments and tendons around the heel, leading to inflammation and pain.
     

How We Can Help:

At our podiatry clinic in Parramatta, we provide a range of effective treatments to alleviate heel pain, including:

  • Comprehensive Assessment: We begin by assessing the specific cause of your heel pain through physical exams and diagnostic imaging if needed.
  • Custom Orthotics: To provide better support and reduce pressure on the heel, we design custom orthotics to correct your foot alignment.
  • Stretching and Strengthening Exercises: Our team will guide you through tailored exercises that can relieve pain and improve flexibility in the affected areas.
  • Manual Therapy: We use techniques such as massage and joint manipulation to ease tension and promote healing in the heel and surrounding tissues.
  • Shockwave Therapy: For chronic heel pain, shockwave therapy can stimulate healing by increasing blood flow and cell regeneration..

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Learn About Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis

The fibrous bands running from the toes to the heel can become irritated and inflamed and cause pain in the heel. With plantar fasciitis, you’ll generally experience pain upon waking up or standing after sitting for an extended time, increasing intensity over several months.

 

Some of the causes of plantar fasciitis include wearing non-supportive footwear on hard, flat surfaces, which puts irregular strain on the plantar fascia. Also, obesity and incorrect foot structure such as overly flat or high arches could result in this painful but treatable condition. To reach an accurate diagnosis of your heel pain, our podiatrist will need your medical history and examine your foot; they could also use x-rays or other imaging modalities.

 

Treatment options vary from case to case and the severity. These can include:

 

  • Strapping or stretching and strengthening the foot muscles.
  • Changing footwear or using orthotics or cushions.
  • Night splints that stretch the arch of your foot.

Along With Plantar Fasciitis Treatment, Our Sydney Podiatry

We offer diagnosis and treatment for heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, flat or over-arched feet, and body development in children, to name a few. We treat and remove ingrown toenails. We believe that preventative care is best and provide routine foot and nail checks, including diabetic foot as

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