How your podiatrist in Indianapolis, Indiana can help you get relief from heel pain
If you have heel pain, you know just how much it can affect both your feet and your everyday routine. However, you don’t have to let heel pain control your existence—Dr. Yong S. Chae at Active Podiatry can heal your feet and give you your life back! He has two convenient office locations in Indianapolis and Crawfordsville, Indiana and is ready to help you as soon as possible!
Heel Pain Causes
There are many causes of heel pain, and treatment will vary depending on what is causing your pain. If you are carrying excess weight, are flat-footed, or have diabetes, you may experience heel pain along with other types of foot pain. If you routinely wear shoes that don’t adequately support your feet or are worn-out, heel pain may be the result. Foot trauma such as stepping on sharp objects can also hurt your heel. You may also develop excess calcium deposits or bone spurs which can cause discomfort.
To prevent these common causes of heel pain, make sure to always wear comfortable, supportive shoes that are appropriate for the activity you are doing. Try to maintain a healthy weight to prevent stress on your feet, and pay attention to the surface you are walking on, avoiding sharp, hard objects if you can.
Heel Pain Treatments
For pain relief, you can try taking Tylenol or ibuprofen, elevating your feet, and icing your heel several times during the day. Wearing heel wedges and other types of cushioning in your shoes can also help support your heels and ease pain.
Podiatrists agree that one of the most common causes of heel pain is a condition known as plantar fasciitis. The thick band of connective tissue which runs across your heel, known as the plantar fascia, can become inflamed, leading to plantar fasciitis pain. It’s a common condition in runners, but it can also be caused by standing or walking on hard surfaces for long periods of time. If you roll your feet inward when you walk, a habit called overpronating, it can also lead to plantar fasciitis.
At Active Podiatry, Dr. Chae treats plantar fasciitis very effectively with:
- Custom-fit orthotics or footwear
- Stretching or physical therapy
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Treatment (ESWT)
Dealing with Heel Pain? Call Today!
You don’t have to let heel pain control your life! Effective treatment is available with just a simple phone call. Talk with an expert by calling Dr. Yong S. Chae at Active Podiatry, with offices in Indianapolis and Crawfordsville, Indiana. Call today!