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Why the cause matters and how heel pain is treated Disabling heel pain is one of the most common foot conditions we treat at Waikato Podiatry Clinic. While many people describe their symptoms simply as “sore heels,” heel pain is not a single condition-and understanding where the pain is coming…
Plantar fasciitis is a common and often stubborn cause of heel pain, but the good news is that most people improve with conservative (non-surgical) treatment. Research shows that approximately 85% of patients experience a successful recovery within 18 months. While that may sound like a long time, the right treatment…
Most slips, trips, and falls occur due to a loss of traction, in other words, there isn’t enough friction between the sole of your shoe and the surface you’re walking on. While this might sound simple, the consequences can be significant. In fact, over 20% of all workplace accidents fall…
If you’re suffering from ongoing foot or heel pain, we may recommend Shockwave Therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT). This treatment has been used successfully around the world for many years, but it’s only in more recent decades that high-quality scientific research has confirmed its clinical effectiveness for…
Keeping growing feet active: orthotics, foot growth, and managing heel pain in children As podiatrists, and parents ourselves, we understand how challenging it can be to keep children active, healthy, and pain-free, especially in a world dominated by screens. Physical activity plays a vital role in children’s physical development, mental…
