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Diseases & Surgery of the Foot & Ankle
Lower Limb Deformity Specialist
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Heel Pain OverviewHeel pain is one of the most common foot problems affecting adults of all ages. The heel bone is the largest of the 26 bones in the foot. As the first part of the foot to make contact when walking, it is not surprising that the heel sustains undue stress.This stress can be the result of an injury, bruising from walking, running, or other activities, wearing improper footwear, and possibly from being overweight. Heel pain is typically the result of abnormalities in the biomechanics of the feet. The two structures associated with heel pain are the plantar fascia, a band of fibrous connective tissue, and the flexor digitorum brevis muscle, which supports the arch and flexes the four small toes. Generally the foot functions by absorbing the weight of the body and the arch of the foot flattens. The plantar fascia and the flexor digitorum brevis muscle stabilize the foot and sustain the arch. Inflammation and pain to the surrounding structures of the heel are a direct result of gait abnormalities. Heel pain is most prevalent in active people, those over the age of forty, those who are overweight, woman, and those who wear poorly fitting footwear. The diagnosis for the cause of heel pain may involve a through history of symptoms, a physical examination, and imaging tests such as x-rays or ultrasound. Once a diagnosis is made regarding the cause of the heel pain, a treatment plan will be implemented. MORE ON HEEL PAIN • Heel Pain Overview • Causes of Heel Pain • Heel Pain Treatment • Heel Pain Prevention « Back To Conditions |
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| © 2011 Foot and Ankle Alliance | Alireza Khosoabady DPM | 622 W. Duarte Rd. #303 Arcadia, CA 91007 | Foot Doctor (Podiatrist) Arcadia - Los Angeles We take pride in making your podiatrist office visit as pleasant as possible. To schedule an appointment please call us at 626-447-2184 |
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At Foot and Ankle Alliance we specialize in Foot and Ankle Care and Treatment. Podiatrist (Foot Doctor) in the Los Angeles area. feet and ankles.We have an office in Arcadia, Van Nuys, and Century City in Los Angeles, CA offering the best care for your feet and ankles. Arcadia Podiatrist - near Glendale, Pasadena, Monrovia, Temple City, Azuza, Baldwin Park, West Covina, Ontario and Glendora. ARCADIA OFFICE - 622 W. Duarte Rd. #303 Arcadia, CA 91007 Tel: (626) 447-2184 SAN FERNANDO OFFICE - 11273 Laurel Canyon Building #4 San Fernando, CA 91340 Tel: (818) 898-2181 Located in San Fernando, CA near Mission Hills, Granada Hills, Arleta and Sylmar. |
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