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Heel Spurs

by Apple Healthcare in Conditions We Treat, Podiatry August 14, 2015

Heel spurs are a common complaint and cause of heel pain. Heel spurs, also known as calcaneal spurs, can be on the bottom of the heel bone or at the back near the Achilles tendon. A large part of the time, heel spurs and plantar fasciitis occur at the same time. Plantar fasciitis is inflammation […]

Achilles Tendonitis

by Apple Healthcare in Conditions We Treat, Podiatry April 6, 2015

Achilles Tendonitis usually presents as pain and swelling in the back of the foot at the back of the heel. Most of the time, the pain is constant and sharp in nature and is at its worst when trying to walk and or stand. Essentially, Achilles tendonitis is inflammation in the Achilles tendon. This can […]

Heel Pain

by Apple Healthcare in Podiatry May 22, 2013

Heel pain is one of the most commonly treated conditions in my practice. Some common causes of heel pain are plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, bone spurs, and less frequently fractures or stress fractures. Examination in clinic along with simple tests such as x-ray’s and diagnostic ultrasound are utilized to discern your heel pain cause. Depending on […]

How Do I know if I need to see a Podiatrist?

by Apple Healthcare in Personal Assessment Forms April 24, 2013

If you answer yes to any of these questions we would strongly encourage you to seek medical attention. 1. Do you have heel pain? Yes No 2. Do you have a history of diabetes? Yes No 3. Do you have pain in back of legs when you walk? Yes No 4. When at rest, do […]

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