Foot pain is often caused by poor foot support when you are walking or running. At Advanced Foot and Ankle Center in McKinney, Prosper, TX, Dr. Eric Silvers, Dr. Christopher Witt, Dr. Melissa Sgro, and Dr. Garrett Nelson treat patients trying to alleviate heel pain. Whether you are dealing with tendonitis in your Achilles tendon or trying to manage plantar fasciitis, a podiatrist can help ease heel pain using various treatment options.
Heel Pain and Overall Foot Health
Many people experience heel pain after a long day of walking without good foot support. If you are a runner or like to walk long distances, the right foot support makes all the difference in the health of your feet. Custom orthotics can provide your feet with the right support, and they are worn in a comfortable pair of shoes you already own. Custom orthotics are made specifically for your feet using various methods to ensure they fit perfectly. When you have foot pain, a podiatrist will look at the structure of your feet and determine if custom orthotics will provide you with the relief you seek.
Causes of Foot Pain
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel and foot pain. Pain can be excessive if the plantar fascia at the bottom of your feet becomes inflamed. This tissue connects from your toes to your heel and can become inflamed when you put too much pressure on your feet. Once the plantar fascia on your feet becomes irritated, it is difficult to get the pain to ease. With gentle stretching, custom orthotics, ice, and rest, plantar fasciitis pain can still take months to ease up. An injury to your foot can also cause heel pain, bone spurs that develop over time, or an issue with your Achilles tendon. It is important to have a podiatrist carefully assess your feet to determine what is causing your heel pain so that the right treatment can be provided.
Call for a Heel Pain Consultation Now
Custom orthotics may be helpful if you are looking for treatment for heel pain. At Advanced Foot and Ankle Center in McKinney, Prosper, TX, our treatment providers, Dr. Silvers, Dr. Witt, Dr. Sgro, and Dr. Nelson, are available to assess your feet and measure you for custom orthotics if that is viable. Call us today at 972-542-2155 and set up a consultation to meet with one of our providers in McKinney, Prosper, TX.