Heel Pain

Two of the most common sources of pain in the heel are:

If you have heel pain and any of the following apply to you, you should consult a doctor before doing anything to try to relieve the pain:

Intense pain that doesn't go away
Diabetes or other medical problems that might affect your circulation or hands or feet
A recent foot injury
An open sore on your foot
A mass that can be felt on your foot, or
if you think you may have an infection