Heel Pain in the bottom of the heel area is one of the most common symptoms treated by podiatrists. Plantar fasciitis is a condition caused by strain or partial tear of the ligament (plantar fascia) that attaches to the heel bone (calcaneus). Chronic inflammation of the heel may result as this condition goes untreated. Heel spurs are often present at the attachment site of the plantar fascia but are actually rarely indicated as the cause of the pain.

Individuals the suffer with heel pain can often improve their condition by wearing a rather stiff supportive shoe. Arch support rather than cushions for heel are generally more successful forms of treatment. Surgery is rarely indicated for this condition, but tape strapping and even cortisone injections are sometimes needed to resolve recalcitrant heel pain. Orthotics are arch supports sometimes prescribed for this condition.

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