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I have heel pain on the right side of my left heel. hurts even when resting. it's on the bone so doesn't seem like plantar fasciitis. what could it be?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Varies: There are a number of other possibilities, the more common of which include tarsal tunnel syndrome, a calcanesl stress fracture, a tendinitis of the Achilles' tendon to name a few. Don't hesitate to be seen for an accurate diagnosis.

Answered 9/7/2016

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