Heel Pain

Explanation by Dr. Ali Nemati Heel pain is a common issue treated at Dr. Ali Nemati’s clinic. Patients often complain of pain in the heel that sometimes radiates to the sole. Many believe it will resolve on its own, but conditions like plantar fasciitis and heel spurs require medical attention. Without proper treatment, symptoms worsen and daily activities are affected. This applies not only to the heel but also to injuries of the ankle, knee, hip, back, and shoulder. Common Symptoms: • Severe pain during first steps in the morning • Pain intensifies after exercise or heavy activity • Pain increases when walking after prolonged sitting • Sharp, radiating pain in the heel Treatment: An effective treatment for heel spurs is corticosteroid injection. Local anesthesia is applied before injection to numb the sole so the patient feels minimal pain.