Why Does My Heel Always Hurt
Saturday, May 23rd, 2009Getting treatment for your heel pain treatment is something you should look into if you suffer from chronic pain
There are many causes of heel pain. The pain itself is identified or divided into two groups, pain beneath the heel and pain behind the heel. A visit to your doctor will help to determine why you are having the heel pain and facilitate the proper treatment.
This is an inflammation of the fascia ligaments in your foot. This ligament attaches the heel to the back of the foot. When this ligament is stretched irregularly, it develops small tears which cause inflammation and pain in the heel. The first steps in the morning, after a period of rest or being off your feet are when the heel pain is most intense.
Some of the root causes of plantar fascitis include no arch support in the shoe, being overweight, having flat feet, or a sudden foot injury. (more…)