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What causes bursitis on the bottom of the heel of the foot? what is the treatment? i have this on right foot and plantar facetious on left foot.
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Heel pain + PF: 9/10 times, heel pain is caused by plantar fasciitis. Bursitis is rarely the cause of heel pain. Bursitis may occur on the back of the ankle, most commonly called retrocalcaneal bursitis. This is caused by friction to the back of the ankle by poor fitting footwear, tight or weak calf muscles and/or is associated with an achilles tendon problem.
Answered 12/29/2012
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Bursitis?: Typically, pain on the bottom of the heel is due to plantar fasciitis or heel pad syndrome. Bursitis around the heel involves the back portion where the achilles' tendon inserts. I recommend you see a foot and ankle specialist to accurately diagnose your problem and help direct treatment.
Answered 12/29/2012
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