Plantar Fasciitis
Probably the most common cause of pain under the heel which may radiate into the arch. Symptoms develop gradually over time and are worse first thing in the morning.
Pain under the heel
The most common cause of pain under the heel is Plantar fasciitis, followed by a Bruised heel. Plantar fasciitis has symptoms of heel pain first thing in the morning, or after a period of rest. Pain reduces once you move around and warm up the tissues. A Heel spur is a tiny bone growth under the heel and may or may not occur at the same time as Plantar fasciitis.
A Bruised heel is likely to feel better after rest and first thing in the morning. However, becomes worse the more you run or walk.
Calcaneal stress fracture has symptoms very similar to a bruised heel. Pain increases the more you are on your feet. A stress fracture is not likely to show up on an X-ray until it begins to heal and needs a much longer rest period.
Nerve impingements which cause pain under the heel include Lateral plantar nerve entrapment and Tarsal tunnel syndrome.
Lateral Plantar Nerve Entrapment
Lateral plantar nerve entrapment results in pain on the inside of the ankle and heel. It is caused by compression of the lateral plantar nerve
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Heel Spur
A heel spur is a hooked bony growth protruding from under the heel bone (calcaneus). It has identical symptoms and is often found to co-exist
Calcaneal Stress Fracture
A calcaneal stress fracture is a hairline fracture of the calcaneus or heel bone. It is usually caused by overuse and is more common in
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First Aid For Heel Pain
First aid for heel pain, as with most sports injuries involves applying the PRICE principles. Most heel injuries are gradual onset. But you may still
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Bruised Heel
A bruised heel is also known as a fat pad contusion or a Policeman’s Heel. It is a common cause of pain under the heel.
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs when a nerve becomes impinged, causing burning pain with pins and needles or numbness in the heel and arch of the
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