With every step, our feet do the hard work that can lead to heel pain and other discomfort. A mile into a good walk, 60 tons of stress have been placed on each foot—and too much stress will push them over their limits.
The good news? With rest and treatment, a heel can return to its proper function without the pain attached. In some cases, however, when the early signs of heel pain are ignored, symptoms will increase and may cause pain in the ankle as well. Problems continue to compound on one another when pain goes unaddressed. While surgery is rarely necessary to resolve heel pain, attention to such pain at an early stage can omit further discomfort or injury before it’s too late.
What causes heel pain to begin with? Pounding feet on hard surfaces during sports-- or wearing old or non-supportive footwear, can put someone on the fast track to heel pain and the need for medical treatment. If your heel begins to hurt, checking with your doctor right away can prevent unnecessary procedures and will address the issue before it becomes a much larger problem. Your treatment will vary based on the location of your pain, either beneath or behind the heel. For more information, see our April 2011 Newsletter.
It’s easy to shrug off minor aches and pains as they come and go in our bodies, but heel pain—when acknowledged early on, is one discomfort you can live without. If you’re currently experiencing heel discomfort, we’ll be happy to take a look at your feet to suggest a proactive solution. We trust you’ll be glad you did!
Tony Abbott, D.Ch.Registered Chiropodist / Foot Specialist705-444-9929 http://www.AbbottFootClinic.ca
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