Heel pain Treatment in Noida | Noida Pain Management Clinic

The most common cause of heel pain that we see in our OPD is due to Plantar fasciitis. Most of us do suffer from heel pain in our lifetime. Patients usually have heel pain with the following features -

1. Pain in the heel on getting up and putting feet on the ground on 1st awakening in the morning. The patient feels severe pain in the heel which settles down after 15 minutes of routine activities.
2. Calcaneal or bone spurs don’t cause heel pain. They may be present but don’t cause it.
3. Plantar fasciitis is a degenerative condition where foot support (plantar fascia) develops wear and tear due to improper shoes or repeated activities.
4. Mostly present in one foot but can develop in another as patients tend to avoid putting pressure on painful feet.

1. Overweight or Obesity as there is constant stress on the heel.
2. Recently changed or poorly fitted shoes.
3. Patients who have to stand for long periods, especially with leather shoes.
4. Some people suddenly start running or increase their duration or distance. These can develop heel pain.

• Heel pad- A soft tissue insert can be used while wearing footwear.
• Achilles tendon stretching 4-5 times a day can be performed.
• Contrast bath for heel- The patient can be asked to put his feet in warm water with common salt (4-5 teaspoons) for 10 minutes. Immediately after removing the foot, he should immerse himself in cold water for 7 minutes. Repeat this every night for 10 days.
• Rehabilitation- Once a patient has got good relief from heel pain then he is advised to wear soft shoes and continue exercises.