A 34-year-old member asked:
Could having heel spur cause other foot pain, besides the heel?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 39 years experience
See below: This problem can only be solved by seeing your doctor and being evaluated face-to-face. After a thorough examination, your doctor should be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.
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Dr. Payam Rafatanswered
Podiatry 24 years experience
May not be related.: Pain may be due to fracture, sprains, arthritis, muscle, nerve or tendon injuries. Have the foot evaluated so that you may get the appropriate care.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
What causes heel foot pain?
6 doctor answers • 9 doctors weighed in
Dr. Frank Holmesanswered
Sports Medicine 25 years experience
Plantar fasciitis: The most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis. This involves inflammation, degeneration or microtearing of the plantar fascia, which is a thick, band-like ligament originating from the bottom of calcaneus (heel bone). Causes include poor footwear, weight gain, overuse, tight or weak calf muscles, flat feet or high arch. Nsaids help if symptoms are recent, and calf stretching is important.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
How can I reduce heel spur pain?
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Dr. Libby Putnamanswered
Podiatry 14 years experience
Combo treatment. : If you have plantar fasciitis, and hurt most with the first few steps in the morning, the more you can do together, the better: #1: supportive shoes. #2: firm inserts or orthotics. #3: oral antiinflammatories (check with your doctor). #4: stretching your foot and calf. #5: icing (10 min at a time). You may also need physical therapy or cortisone injections.
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