Your podiatrist in Ridgefield, CT, can help your feet feel better

If your heels are hurting, there is a chance that things could become much worse. Heel pain can be debilitating, keeping you from walking or standing for long periods of time. Fortunately, your podiatrist can do a lot to help you get relief from heel pain. Here at Advanced Foot Care Center in Ridgefield, CT, Dr. Allan Rosenthal offers heel pain treatment to help keep you and your feet strong and healthy. Read on to learn how he can help you too!

More about Heel Pain

Heel pain can be caused by a few common issues. For example, if you step on a sharp object, you can get a heel bruise, or if you have excessive deposits of calcium, it can cause a heel spur. Out of all the causes of heel pain, however, plantar fasciitis is perhaps the most common.

Plantar fasciitis occurs when the thick band of tissue running across your heel, known as the plantar fascia, becomes inflamed. Runners and joggers commonly suffer from plantar fasciitis, but you don’t have to be an athlete to develop the condition—everyday activities can cause it as well. For example, if you roll your foot when you walk (a condition called overpronating) you may eventually suffer from plantar fasciitis. If you walk or stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time, you can also develop it plantar fasciitis. Other risk factors include being flat-footed and carrying extra weight.

To get relief from plantar fasciitis pain, you can try a few easy home remedies. Consider:

• Placing ice packs on your heel several times during the day
• Taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory and pain medication
• Resting and taking weight off of your feet
• Wearing over-the-counter heel inserts or cushions

If you suffer from moderate to severe heel pain that isn’t relieved with home therapies, it’s best to visit your podiatrist. At Advanced Foot Care Center they may recommend:

• Custom-fit orthotics or footwear to cushion and support your feet
• Prescription-strength anti-inflammatories to decrease swelling
• Physical therapy and stretches to maintain flexibility
• Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT)

You can do a lot to prevent heel pain by always wearing the appropriate, supportive shoes for the activity you are doing. Also, remember to stretch your arches daily and try to maintain a healthy weight. You might also try changing to lower impact activities like swimming.

Need Relief? Give Us a Call

You and your feet deserve the services of your skilled podiatrist. To find out more about heel pain treatment and other foot care services, call Dr. Allan Rosenthal of Advanced Foot Care Center in Ridgefield, CT, today by dialing (203) 431-0048.