Are you suffering from heel pain?

Chances are, you are in good company. Heel pain is one of the most common complaints relating to the foot.

Here are a few things you may not have known about heel pain:

• Millions of people receive treatment for heel pain each year.
• Many people live with it for a year or more before seeking help or finding a solution.
• While many people think they have heel spurs the more accurate diagnosis is often Plantar fasciitis.
• It is estimated that 1 out of every 10 people will suffer from Plantar fasciitis.
• 90% of the Plantar fasciitis cases occur after the age of 40.
• Factors that may increase your risk of developing heel pain include; weight, pregnancy, exercise, non-supportive shoes, tight muscles, age and occupation.
• According to the Mayo Clinic, about 90% of the people who have Plantar fasciitis recover with conservative treatments in just a few months.
• Supporting your heels with shoe inserts or heel cups can provide immediate relief from heel pain.
• Making stretching and strengthening part of your daily routine is the best way to prevent the occurrence or reoccurrence of heel pain.
• Maintaining flexibility throughout the lower leg is the best way to heal Plantar fasciitis.

Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Tuli's X Brace

The beauty and effectiveness of The X Brace lies in its ease of use, simplistic design and its ability to address a very complex issue with incredible success. Foot pain due to plantar fasciitis, Sever's disease, and flat feet are often caused by under-supported, over-use of the foot.

Tuli's Heel Cups 

Tuli's Heel Cups are the #1 Podiatrist recommended Heel Cups in the world. Nothing works better or lasts longer than your Tuli’s® Heel Cups. They are literally shock absorbers for your feet! They are ideal for heel pain, Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, Sever’s Disease, sports and running, and more.

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PLEASE NOTE: The information on this website and article is for information only and should not be used as a substitute for consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and rehabilitation.

 References:

• Physicians Sports Medical Journal, Interventions for treating plantar heel pain, The Foot, Volume 11, Issue 4.
• American Academy of Family Physicians,Plantar Fasciitis: Evidence-Based Review of Diagnosis and Therapy, Am Family Physician. 2005 Dec 1; 72(11):2237-2242.
• American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS),Inexpensive, Off-the-Shelf Shoe Inserts More Effective In Treating Heel Pain Than Custom-Made Arch Supports.