Heel Pain Clinic
Perhaps the most common condition I see routinely is heel pain. The heel bone bears most of the weightbearing stress when we walk. It makes it susceptible to biomechanical, arthritic, vascular, neurological and even trauma from daily activities. Heel pain is dependent on a patient’s foot type to a lifestyle change, i.e., gaining a few pounds.
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of a thick broad ligament that runs from the heel to the ball of the foot. The result is heel pain particularly in the morning when getting out of bed. This is due because the ligament which is “sore” when the patient bears weight on it after stepping out of bed.
Heel Spurs
A heel spur is a bony growth on the underside of the heel. It is formed by tiny jagged calcium deposits on the heel bone. Chronic plantar fasciitis leads to the formation of heel spurs.
The difference between heel spurs and plantar fasciitis is in the location of the pain. Plantar fasciitis produces pain in the arch area. The heel spur produces pain on the center of the heel.
Our treatment package for plantar fasciitis and heel spurs consists of a complete clinical examination, Including a muscular skeletal sonogram. A steroid cocktail injection of the affected area (if necessary). Dispensing of home care regimen consisting of exercise and /or stretching and the prescription of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (if necessary). Furthermore, prescribing an effective orthotic device in order improve the alignment of the fascia (if necessary).
The cost of this package is just $200.00
Heel pain is a warning sign that something isn’t right, make an appointment today!
