Medically reviewed by Amy Kwan, PT Key Takeaways Plantar fasciitis causes stabbing pain on the bottom of the heel when weight ...

What Is Heel Fat Pad Syndrome? Heel fat pad syndrome is a condition where the fat pad on your heel thins, causing pain during everyday activities like walking or standing. It’s also commonly known as ...

The foot is the farthest part of the heart, but it contains an important signal of health. In particular, heel pain is a ...

Achilles tendonitis (AT) is inflammation, pain, and swelling of the Achilles tendon. Insertional Achilles tendonitis is one type, which involves the lower part of the tendon that slots into the heel ...

Heel pain affects millions of Americans daily, transforming simple activities like walking to the mailbox or climbing stairs into uncomfortable ordeals. While occasional foot discomfort might seem ...

Summer activities are in high gear, including sports and games that may require jumping, walking and running on grass, pavement and sand. With that, foot and heel pain is not unusual, especially for ...

Heel pain is a common issue that affects many people, often causing discomfort and hindering daily activities. It can stem from various conditions, such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, or ...

Q. I am a 57-year-old recreational tennis player who has had worsening heel pain. The pain is particularly bad when I get out of bed in the morning. After I walk around and take a hot shower, though, ...

Runners with knee, foot or hip problems have new options through the Aurora Sports Medicine Institute’s Performance Running Program. The program is offered at four locations – at Aurora’s Sinai ...

Heel spur (plantar fasciitis) affects men and women equally. It is a condition in which the bottom of the heel is extremely painful. A heel spur is a bony overgrowth on the bottom of your heel bone.