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Expert Foot Pain & Heel Pain Treatment At The White Hart Clinic
Foot and heel pain refers to discomfort felt in the sole of the foot, around the heel or through the arch. It may develop gradually or come on more suddenly following a change in activity.
With 1 in 10 people experiencing plantar fasciitis at some point in their lifetime, it’s an extremely common yet limiting condition. The good news is that our podiatrists are here to help.
Common causes of foot and heel pain we treat
- Plantar fasciitis: Sharp pain between the heel and arch, usually worse when you first start walking and easing with rest
- Achilles tendinitis: Pain at the back of the heel that may extend into the ankle and calf, often linked to overuse
- Bursitis: Redness, swelling and a dull aching pain in the heel
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome: Burning or tingling sensation under the heel or arch, sometimes with numbness in the sole of the foot
- Ingrown toenails: When the edge of the nail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness and sometimes infection (read more about nail conditions here)
- Suboptimal biomechanics: If you have very flat/ high arches or if your feet roll out/in excessively, this can cause avoidable strain at the foot
- Verruca: Small viral warts that develop on the soles of the feet. They can be painful when weight-bearing and walking. (read more about skin conditions of the feet here)
- Corns: Small areas of thickened skin that develop due to repeated pressure or friction. They can feel like stepping on a pebble and may become painful when walking. (read more about skin conditions of the feet here)
How our Podiatrists / Chiropodists can help:
- Pain relief treatments such as padding, strapping or offloading to reduce pressure and ease discomfort
- Exercise and rehabilitation advice with tailored stretching and strengthening programmes to support recovery and prevent recurrence
- Footwear advice to guide you towards appropriate shoes that improve support and reduce strain on the foot and heel
- Orthotic therapy including custom or prefabricated insoles to improve foot function and alignment
- Treatment of inflammation with advice and care aimed at reducing swelling and promoting healing
- Ongoing care and prevention to help manage symptoms effectively and reduce the risk of future foot problems
