I have recently developed pain in both heels and my doc had me go for x-rays which showed: Foot XRs reviewed, no acute bne abnormalities, no fracture or sub-luxation, it showed bilateral diffuse arthritis but no other abnormalities, no need for additional test, he may benefit from stretching feet daily (specially before activity, log walking, gym), also shoe inserts may help. I bought new gel inserts for my sneakers and a roll-on Aspercreme with 4% lidocaine. Both seem to be helping somewhat, but I ve not found any stretching exercises specifically for heel arthritis -- the one s I ve found are targeting plantar fasciitis. Can you lead my in the right direction for proper heel stretching exercises related to arthritis? I m 64, am 6 1 , with 180lbs, work out with a trainer 3 times a week, and volunteer at the local Animal Shelter walking dogs and take my own dog to the dog run for 1-2 hours a day. Other than that, I am living with HIV since 1982 and luckily have never had an opportunistic infection. There is very minor arthritis is my family history, no heart issues, or other major hereditary medical issues, so, while I am on disability because of a variety of blood clotting incidents (DVT and PE), I try to remain active. The blood thinners I take limit my ability to take anti-inflammatory meds other than acetaminophen. This heel pain has definitely slowed me down, however. Any suggestions regarding exercises I can do or gadgets I can try to help with the heel pain would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.