See Also
1. Heel Pain
Differential Diagnosis
1. Plantar Fasciitis
Pathophysiology
1. Local inflammation
2. May also be caused by heel pad atrophy
Risk Factors
1. Obesity
2. Advanced age
Symptoms
1. Deep bruise-like Heel Pain at mid-heel
2. Worse with walking barefoot or on hard surfaces
Signs
1. Palpation of mid-heel reproduces symptoms
Management
1. Rest
2. Ice
3. NSAIDs
4. Athletic taping
5. Heel cup
6. Footwear modification

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