Types of Pain in the Heel

Types of Pain in the Heel

Have you ever thought about how many miles you have walked over your lifetime? In a year? A month? A week? A day? Every time you pound your feet on hard surfaces, especially when you aren’t wearing proper shoes, you may begin to develop pain in the heel. Sore heels will most likely cure themselves without resorting to surgery if given appropriate rest. However, people many times ignore the warning signs and don’t give their feet the rest they need. This can cause the pain and problem to worsen and could lead to a chronic condition. If your heel starts…
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What Is That Painful Bump on the Back of My Heel?

Do you have a bump on the back of your foot that is accompanied by pain, redness and/or swelling? It could be Haglund’s deformity, a bony enlargement also known as “pump bump,” and one of the most common causes of heel pain. Although there isn’t one clear cause of Haglund’s deformity, there are many things that can contribute to its development such as: The shape of your foot (e.g. if you have high arches) Having a tendency to walk on the outside of your feet Wearing shoes with a rigid back (e.g. pumps or other dress shoes) Once the bony…
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