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Effective Solutions for Heel Pain

Effective Solutions for Heel Pain 1000 667 Ace Health Centre

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Heel Pain Relief: Experience Comfort and Get Back on Your Feet

Are you tired of dealing with persistent heel pain that hampers your daily activities? At Ace Health Centre, we understand the impact that heel pain can have on your quality of life. That’s why we offer expert guidance and effective solutions to help you find relief and regain your mobility.

Understanding Heel Pain:

Heel pain can be caused by various factors, including plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, heel spurs, or overuse injuries. Regardless of the cause, it’s essential to address the underlying issue to alleviate the pain and prevent it from recurring. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in diagnosing and treating heel pain, providing personalized solutions tailored to your specific condition.

Comprehensive Assessment:

When you visit Ace Health Centre, our skilled practitioners will conduct a thorough assessment to determine the root cause of your heel pain. We take into account your medical history, perform physical examinations, and may recommend imaging tests if necessary. This comprehensive approach enables us to create an accurate diagnosis and develop an effective treatment plan.

Customized Treatment Options:

Every individual’s heel pain is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. At Ace Health Centre we believe in personalized care. Our team will work closely with you to understand your specific needs and goals. Based on our assessment, we will recommend a range of treatment options, which may include:

1. Physical Therapy: Our skilled physical therapists will design a targeted exercise program to strengthen the muscles and tendons surrounding your heel, promoting healing and reducing pain.

2. Orthotic Devices: We may prescribe custom orthotic inserts or recommend appropriate footwear to provide support, stability, and cushioning for your feet, relieving pressure on the affected area.

3. Medications: In some cases, anti-inflammatory medications or pain relievers may be prescribed to manage your symptoms and reduce inflammation.

4. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): This non-invasive procedure uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing and reduce pain in the affected area.

5. Minimally Invasive Procedures: If conservative treatments do not provide sufficient relief, we can refer for minimally invasive procedures such as corticosteroid injections or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy to target the source of your heel pain.

Ongoing Support and Rehabilitation:

At Ace Health Centre, our commitment to your well-being doesn’t end with treatment. We provide ongoing support and guidance throughout your healing journey. Our team will monitor your progress, make necessary adjustments to your treatment plan, and provide recommendations for at-home care to optimize your recovery.

 

Don’t let heel pain dictate your life. Take the first step towards finding relief and reclaiming your mobility. Schedule a consultation with our experts at Ace Health Centre today and experience the difference our specialized care can make.

[Disclaimer]:
Please note that the information provided on this page is for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. It is crucial to consult with a qualified healthcare provider for an accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plan.

Heel Pain in Children

Custom orthotics for severs disease

Custom orthotics for severs disease 600 400 Ace Health Centre

Custom orthotics for severs disease

Custom orthotics are widly used for severs disease. If done right they can have a great effect in help reduce pain in in childrens feet, alowing them to continue doing exercise and walking with less if not no pain.

Severs disease is growing pains in the heel of kids feet. It mostly occurs in in children aged 9-13. Although they will eventually grow out of it, it can be debilitating at times. The pain can make children avoid speding time on their feet, doing sport and activities. Keeping chrildren active, moving and therefore happy is the main objective. Nobody in pain and avoiding the activies they love is happy.

Orthotic prescription

When prescribing orthotics for sever there a a few things that we aim todo.

  1. To start, we are aiming to take pressure away from the heel area. This is done by providing adequate arch support. The more weight we can redistrobute away from the heel the less pain that they will experience.
  2. The next is providing extra cushiong. Hard floors and vibrating increase pain, and so adding extra lawyers of cushing can reduce pain.
  3. Adding a heel lift helps reduce pull of the achillies on the heel. This is done via footwear that have a heel pitch built in. The orthotics under the heel also add a slight heel lift to reduce pain.
  4. Pronation can cause strain on the heel. The foot rolling inward causes the calf muslce to pull on the heel bone. The orthotics can be used to reduce pronations to help reduce pain.
  5. Soft top covers on the orthotics can help further add cushioning.

We commonly use Custom orthotics for severs and found them much more effective than off the shelf ones. This is due to the range of customisation we have to aim the orthotics at the child at hand. Having the right support, the right arch height, the right amount of chsioning to maximises the effects of the orthotics. They are also much more durable than over the counter products.

If your child is experiencing heel pain then give us a call today to see how custom orthotics can help them.

 

Blog written by Mike, Podiatrist