Heel Pain & Planter Fasciitis

Who does this affect? Any age group, usually, between 30 to 60 years.

Symptoms This is a common condition caused by inflammation at the heel. It occurs where the soft-tissues of the arch of the foot insert into the heel bone. It can be due to over use.

Investigations Clinical examination is usually all that is needed.

Non-surgical Treatment It can take time to resolve and is often helped by local injections, physiotherapy and the use heel pad insoles.

Surgical Treatment For cases which have not been helped by non-surgical methods, surgery can be performed.