Heel Pain
Do you have any symptoms?
- Pain underneath the arch of your foot
- Pain while standing
- Morning foot pain
- Pain at the back of toes
- Pain after sitting
- Pain once standing on tip toes
- Achilles’ tendons are tight
- Pain lasting for more than a week
What causes it?
- Any of the following
- Gaining weight
- Being overweight
- Change in training
- Wearing non-lace up shoes or flip flops
- Sport activities
- A decrease in flexibility due to ageing
- Running
- Common in those aged between 30-70
- Tight Achilles muscles
- Incorrect footwear
- Change in footwear
- Increase in activities
- Change in lifestyle
How do I fix it?
Make an appointment to see our Podiatrist who is an expert in Heel pain
Approximately 60% of our patients enter our practice with this problem
Pain reduction can be achieved immediately!
Get real solutions in the first visit!
How Can The Podiatry Experts Help?
Orthotics: The Podiatry Experts can prescribe a custom-made orthotic to align the foot correctly, providing comfort and stability.
Foot Mobilisation: Mobilising the feet consists of moving specific joints and structures in a specific manner toward an improved functional alignment.
Correct Footwear: At The Podiatry Experts, we can advise you on the best footwear for everyday use. It is important that footwear can not only support your foot with every stride but provide comfort in everything you do.
Laser Therapy: Cold laser therapy is low-intensity laser therapy that stimulates healing while using low levels of light.
Physiological Effects
- Faster Wound Healing and Rapid Cell Growth, stimulates fibroblast development in damaged tissue.
- Reduced Fibrous Tissue Formation: Reduces the formation of scar tissue.
- Anti-Inflammatory Joint Action: Laser reduces swelling caused by bruising or joint inflammation, which improves mobility.
- Increased Vascular Activity: Laser stimulates lymph and blood circulation, to provide the affected tissue with the best possible circulation.
- Stimulated Nerve Function: Slow or damaged tissue can result in “numb” limbs or regions. Laser can speed the process of
What you should do next?
If you are experiencing symptoms of heel pain, then it is highly recommended to book a biomechanical appointment straight away. It is easy to book with us- fill out our online form and we schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
We will discuss with you the best possible solutions for your rolling feet to fix your foot’s positioning straight away – it is important to remember not to delay in sorting the foot problem out soon as it will worsen and cause more pain. Make sure to schedule an appointment with us today.
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