If you are dealing with heel pain, here are the telltale signs that it’s time to see a medical professional.
Even if heel pain is fairly common, it doesn’t mean it’s something that should just be swept under the rug. Pain of any kind is your body’s way of telling you that something isn’t right. This is something you don’t want to ignore. Our Sterling and Alexandria, VA, podiatrists Dr. Richard Lee and Dr. Steven Lin provide some explanations as to why you may have heel pain and when you should seek medical care.
Causes of Heel Pain
Maybe you think you know what might be causing your heel pain, but most people really don’t know. One day they wake up and suddenly they notice discomfort. If this sounds like you, you aren’t alone. Here are just some of the common causes of heel pain:
- Plantar fasciitis (the most common)
- Achilles tendonitis
- Heel spur
- Heel pad inflammation
- Bursitis
- Stress fracture
When to See a Doctor
While we know that people like putting off seeing a doctor until the last minute, if you are experiencing any of these symptoms, then it’s time to give our Sterling and Alexandria, VA, foot doctors a call right away:
- Severe heel pain
- Pain along with serious heel swelling
- Tingling or numbness in the heel or the rest of the foot
- Pain accompanied by a fever
- Can’t walk or bear weight on the foot or heel
- Can’t move or bend the foot
These are all symptoms that require immediate attention. Of course, you should also schedule an appointment with us if you are dealing with heel pain that has lasted over a week. If icing the foot, elevating it and staying away from high-impact activities just aren’t cutting it, you may require more aggressive care that only we can provide. Don’t you want to get back to your routine as quickly as possible? We thought so!
Alexandria Family Podiatry has two convenient locations to serve you, whether you are in Sterling, VA, or Alexandria, VA. Now you can get the care you need, from heel pain treatment to caring for diabetic feet. We offer an array of services to cater to your ever-growing foot needs.
