How your podiatrist in Indianapolis, and Carmel, IN, can help with heel pain
Heel pain can be excruciating. You may be unable to walk or stand without pain. It can come on suddenly or take a period of time to develop. Whatever is causing your heel pain, your podiatrist can help.
Dr. Jeffrey Agricola at Prestige Podiatry offers a wide variety of foot and ankle services, including treatment of heel pain. He has two convenient office locations in Indianapolis, and Carmel, IN, to help you and your feet feel better.
Heel pain can be caused by:
- A heel bruise, from walking on sharp objects
- A heel spur, from a deposit of calcium in your heel
- Plantar fasciitis, from inflammation of the band of tissue on your heel, known as the plantar fascia
Plantar fasciitis is a very common condition among runners and people who experience high foot stress. Plantar fasciitis can also be caused by:
- Overpronating, or rolling your feet when you walk
- Walking or standing on hard surfaces for long periods of time
- Carrying excess weight or being flat-footed
For minor plantar fasciitis pain, you can try these simple remedies:
- Placing ice on your heel several times each day
- Taking over-the-counter pain and anti-inflammatory medications
- Doing arch stretches several times each day
- Wearing heel inserts in your shoes
For moderate to severe heel pain from a heel bruise, heel spur, or plantar fasciitis, it’s best to visit your podiatrist, who may recommend:
- Custom-fit orthotics, to provide support for your feet
- Stretching and physical therapy, to maintain mobility
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Treatment (ESWT) to break up adhesions and calcium deposits
- Surgical treatment, to release a section of the plantar fascia
You don’t have to let heel pain affect your life. Relief is just a phone call away. To learn more about the causes and treatment of heel pain, call Dr. Jeffrey Agricola at Prestige Podiatry. You can reach him in Indianapolis, IN, by calling (317) 881-0070, or in Carmel, IN, by calling (317) 846-4111, so call now!