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What Causes Heel Pain When Put Pressure On My Left Foot?
Question: I have heel pain when put my weight on my left foot. It is in the about the center of the heel. I have been doing Zumba dancing three or four times a week,
Brief Answer:
Could be plantar fasciitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
this kind of pain seems like plantar fasciitis. It is usually felt right after rising from rest. The first step is the most painful one and may feel like if you've stepped on something really hard, like a stone. The heel may feel better as the patient walks but won't go away and will eventually get worse, so that even after walking it will be intense.
Raising the heel by using a silicone pad helps but patience is needed because this condition heals very slowly. You should avoid walking barefoot or on hard surfaces. Always use good quality shoes but not flat ones (neither with a high heel).
Examination by an orthopedic surgeon is advised, mostly to exclude other potential causes. Drug use is not recommended.
I hope I've helped!
You can contact me again, if you'd like further details.
Kind Regards!
Could be plantar fasciitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
this kind of pain seems like plantar fasciitis. It is usually felt right after rising from rest. The first step is the most painful one and may feel like if you've stepped on something really hard, like a stone. The heel may feel better as the patient walks but won't go away and will eventually get worse, so that even after walking it will be intense.
Raising the heel by using a silicone pad helps but patience is needed because this condition heals very slowly. You should avoid walking barefoot or on hard surfaces. Always use good quality shoes but not flat ones (neither with a high heel).
Examination by an orthopedic surgeon is advised, mostly to exclude other potential causes. Drug use is not recommended.
I hope I've helped!
You can contact me again, if you'd like further details.
Kind Regards!
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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