Heel Pain Causes

It is estimated that approximately 10% of the population will suffer from heel pain at some point in their lives. Most often the pain comes from an irritation of the soft tissue on the bottom of the foot that connects the heel to the bottom side of the toes called the plantar fascia. The fascia can become irritated from any number of things from standing, running, poor shoes, obesity, too large arches, or too small arches. When the fascia becomes irritated it is called plantar fasciitis, Plantar fasciopathy, or Joggers heel. In most cases, this condition is treatable with non-surgical means. Chiropractors often treat this condition with a combination of stretches, ice, exercises, bracing, orthotic shoe inserts, ultrasound, and orders to rest. In more severe cases injections or even surgery may be necessary.