Arch and Heel Pain...
Pain in the heel is another common cause of foot pain. This is largely attributable to contemporary developments in society. Because people are more exercise-minded today than ever before, they spend increasing amounts of time engaged in athletic pursuits that place stress on their feet. This stress tends to magnify existing misalignment of the feet, particularly if improperly fitting shoes are added to the mix. The behaviour of walking bare feet on hard, flat man made surfaces, including carpeted wooden floors, may also contribute to this common foot disorder.
Micro-tears occur in the ligament in the underside of the foot. The tears with subsequent inflammation can result in significant pain in the arch, sole and heel. You may be experiencing pain when you get up in the morning or after you have been off your feet – this is typical. There is also a muscle which lies on the upper area of the inner arch which can be strained.
As in all instances when this pain occurs the importance of your running shoes being correct to ‘fit for your feet’ is vital. At The Hills Foot Clinic you will be given a definitive diagnosis with treatment possibly resulting in the dispensing of orthotics.
Micro-tears occur in the ligament in the underside of the foot. The tears with subsequent inflammation can result in significant pain in the arch, sole and heel. You may be experiencing pain when you get up in the morning or after you have been off your feet – this is typical. There is also a muscle which lies on the upper area of the inner arch which can be strained.
As in all instances when this pain occurs the importance of your running shoes being correct to ‘fit for your feet’ is vital. At The Hills Foot Clinic you will be given a definitive diagnosis with treatment possibly resulting in the dispensing of orthotics.