Heel Pain - Podiatrist in Cleveland, Twinsburg and Lakewood, OH Dr. Eric Trattner discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for Heel Pain http://www.clevelandfootdoctor.com Heel & Arch Pain Pain on the bottom of the heel which is worse in the morning and after periods of rest is known as Heel Spur Syndrome. When the pain is located in the arch of the foot it is called plantar fasciitis. This is caused by increased tension in the plantar fascia, the long ligament on the bottom of the foot. It is often accompanied by over flattening or pronation of the foot and a tight Achilles tendon.
Stretching, ice, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) and orthotics can help to improve this condition. In many cases cortisone injections, taping or physical therapy are required. Occasionally conservative therapy is unsuccessful and surgical intervention is required. However, there are several advanced techniques that are now available, including; extra-corporeal shockwave th
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