Heel Pain Treatment
Q: I have a job where I am required to be on my feet all day. Lately my feet have been aching, especially my heels. Why do my heels hurt, especially in the morning?
A: Heel pain is one of the most common but painful problems seen in a podiatrist's office. The symptoms are most often described as pain and stiffness in the heel most commonly in the morning. The pain may improve after a few minutes but usually returns as the day progresses or after sitting for an extended period of time.
The condition is known Plantar Faciitis, but is also referred to as heel spur syndrome, a stone bruise or heel bruise.
Most of the time non-surgical therapies provide excellent resolution of symptoms. When these therapies do not provide satisfactory relief from pain, surgery is most often recommended. The latest surgical technique to relieve chronic heel pain is the In-Step Plantar Fasciotomy. This surgical technique has tremendous advantages:
- Early return to normal activities.
- Done in outpatient surgery. No overnight stay is necessary.
- Decreased postoperative pain.
To schedule an initial evaluation, please call our office today. Medicare and most insurance accepted.
