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We have a choice of treatment managements for 'heel pain' depending on the actual diagnosis and the duration of symptoms acute/recent chronic/ongoing. This may be for Achilles tendonitis, Achilles bursitis, bruised heel syndrome, calcaneal bursitis, Heel stress fracture, heel spur, plantarfasciopathy, Tarsal tunnel syndrome, sinus tarsi syndrome, 'Policeman's heel' etc
There are many lower limb conditions associated with particular sporting activity however not all biomechanical related conditions are related to sport and can occur with daily activities. Eg Metatarsalgia (forefoot pain), Big toe joint pain, sesamoiditis, Morton's neuroma, Intermetatarsal bursitis/neuritis, 'Shin splints' (compartment syndrome, tibial stress reaction, fasciopathy), Tibialis posterior dysfunction, 'fallen arches' flat/pronated feet, 'High arches' supinated/neurological feet, jumpers knee, runner's knee, Iliotibial band (thigh) pain, trochanteric bursitis (hip pain), Patella femoral tracking disorder (knee pain), Limb length inequality etc.
The simplest treatments are often the best and your condition may benefit from conservative management by way of an exercise programme of stretches/strengthening/rehab and perhaps the use of a custom designed orthotic insole to change the biomechanical function of the foot/ankle and lower limb. You may have been referred by a Consultant Orthopaedic surgeon or Consultant Rheumatologist, GP, physiotherapist, sports rehab therapist or other allied health professional where orthotics have been suggested as the appropriate course of action.
I have many years working in a specialist NHS Surgical unit and can therefore discuss with you the possible surgical options available for you to consider. Simon Coope.