Bursitis under the Calcaneus (Heel Bone)
Between the heel bone and fat pad there is a small sack of fluid called a bursa. Bursas are usually found between a tendon and a bone or where padding or shock absorption are needed. If a bursa becomes inflamed through over use, this is called bursitis.
Symptoms of Calcaneal bursitis
- Pain under the heel while walking or running.
- The area may appear red compared to the other side.
- Tender to palpate (feel) the heel.
- Increased warmth under the heel.
Treatment
The solution is rest. Padding with a hole for the bursa to fit in can be made. If this injury goes on for a long time some Doctors might give a steroid injection.
