*Wear shoes that fit well and have shock-absorbent soles, rigid shanks (the part of the shoe that supports the foot and helps give the shoe its structure), and a supportive heel counter (the rear-most part of the shoe, at the back of the heel above the sole).
*Wear the proper shoes for each activity.
*Do not wear shoes with excessive wear on heels or soles.
*Begin exercise slowly. Consult with your podiatric physician before beginning a new exercise program.
*Wear athletic shoes with good shock support in the heels.
*Purchase shoes that fit.
*Avoid activities that may put strain on the foot.
*Avoid going barefoot on all surfaces.
*If obese, lose weight.
A variety of treatment solutions are available to provide short and long-term pain relief. Begin treating heel pain by avoiding all sorts of pressure or tension on the inflamed area, giving your feet ample rest. Applying ice and heat packs in alternating fashion will greatly accelerate the process of healing. Another option is the use of custom insoles created by your podiatric physician. Custom insoles may assist with treating active conditions of heel pain and likewise reduce the risk for recurrence. The custom insole will restore body balance and prevent the plantar fascia from experiencing strain when you walk. If all non-invasive treatment solutions do not work, surgery is probably the best next option.
If you are unsure of the cause of your symptoms, if pain is severe, or if you have the following symptoms, call a podiatric physician immediately:
*Inability to bend your foot forward.
*Inability to rise on your toes.
*Inability to walk comfortably on the affected side.
*Swelling or discoloration at the back of the foot.
*Heel pain that occurs at night or while resting.
*Heel pain that persists beyond a few days.
Heel pain does not always subside quickly after medical attention is received. Unfortunately, it may take several months before the pain is actually gone. In most cases, heel pain can be treated at home under a podiatric physician's supervision.
Jeffery S. Kahn, DPM
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
Heel Pain Doctor in CT
Podiatrist in Rocky Hill and Middletown, CT
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Thanks for these tips, they are well needed right now. I've been having quite bothersome heel pain for a couple weeks now and I can't seem to get it to go away. Thanks again.
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