Achilles Tendinitis, the Other Heel Pain
Achilles Tendinitis is an overuse injury that can have serious consequences if not addressed. The Achilles Tendon connects to the back of the heel. Your calf muscles pull hard on the bone every step, everyday.
Achilles Tendinitis is an overuse injury that can have serious consequences if not addressed. The Achilles Tendon connects to the back of the heel. Your calf muscles pull hard on the bone every step, everyday.
Burning pain with stiffness at the back of the heel is something different, click here for more details on that.
At Sohl Foot & Ankle, we have great success treating our patients with heel pain and preventing recurrence.
Treatment for plantar fasciitis requires a multiprong approach which includes: proper footwear, functional arch supports, stretching and anti-inflammation therapy.
Too often fear of a doctor (White Coat Syndrome) delays intervention, leading to increased pain.
The worst cases may even require physical therapy or surgery, but this rare.
Request your podiatry appointment at Sohl Foot & Ankle