Heel Pain
Fallen Arches
Fallen Arches and Flat Feet A fallen arch, commonly referred to as a flat foot, is a condition where the arch on the inside of the foot appears lowered or completely collapsed. While many people associate flat feet with foot pain alone, the reality is that fallen arches can contribute to a wide range of…
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Heel Spurs and Heel Pain: What you need to know Heel pain is one of the most common reasons people seek podiatric care, and heel spurs are often blamed. In fact, heel spurs are present in approximately 20–40% of the population. However, the presence of a heel spur does not automatically mean pain, and this…
Read MoreTendon & Ligament Problems
Understanding tendons, ligaments & foot injuries and how a podiatrist can help Ligaments and tendons play a major role in keeping your feet and ankles stable, strong, and capable of handling everything from daily walking to intense sports. When something goes wrong with these structures, it can lead to pain, instability, and long-term issues if…
Read MoreBio-Mechanical Assessment & Gait Analysis
Bio-Mechanical Assessment & Gait Analysis The arrangement of the bones, intrinsic muscles of the foot, extrinsic foot muscles in the leg and presence of powerful ligamements all work together to maintain a strong, stable foundation. Weaknesses in the structures maintaining foot integrity can result in problems such as fallen arches. Hypomobility = stiff and inflexible…
Read MorePlantar Plate Injuries
Plantar Plate Injuries fall under the category of forefoot pain problems, but they make up a significant percentage of forefoot problems so I have decided to discuss this condition exclusively. What Is the Plantar Plate? Plantar Plate The plantar plate is a fibrous structure that has a cartilaginous plate that makes the tissue…
Read MorePosterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
What is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction? Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) may sound complicated, but understanding this condition is crucial for anyone experiencing unexplained foot pain or flattening arches. The posterior tibial muscle originates high on the inside of your leg. This important muscle connects to a tendon that travels down the back of your…
Read MoreDo I Have a Heel Spur?
Debunking the Heel Spur Myth: What’s Really Causing Your Heel Pain Unless your healthcare provider has X-ray vision like Superman (complete with cape and outside underwear), they can’t diagnose a heel spur just by looking at your foot. Only an X-ray can confirm if a heel spur is present, and even then, the spur rarely…
Read MoreHeel Pain Myths: Are You Mistakenly Believing One Of These?
Heel pain: it’s a common problem our podiatrists see and treat every day, here in our Hamilton clinic. For some of our patients, heel pain is debilitating, affecting their ability to work and live comfortably. Others put up with mild to moderate pain around their heels for months, on and off. Some experience that classic…
Read MoreCauses of Plantar Heel Pain
Having Plantar Heel Pain greatly limits and interferes with the lives of many of the patients here at Waikato Podiatry. We often get asked what causes Heel Pain, and why some struggle on and off for several years with this issue. The key to offering long-term care relief from Plantar Heel pain, and preventing its…
Read MoreBreaking Free from Plantar Fasciitis: Discover the Best Treatment Options
What is Plantar Faciitis? At the start of your day or standing after a long period of rest, do you suffer from a stabbing pain near the heel? You might have Plantar Fasciitis. Plantar Fasciitis is caused by the inflammation and pain of the Plantar Fascia ligament. When the Plantar Fascia muscle is over activated…
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