by drbetschart | Feb 23, 2021 | Heel pain, News & Patient Information
Pain in the heel can take many forms, but the two most common are plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the band of tissue that runs along the base of the foot becomes inflamed and when pressure is applied, it sends a sharp pain to... by drbetschart | Dec 22, 2020 | Foot pain, Heel pain
Many of the people we see for foot and ankle pain have arches that are flatter than normal. Some foot conditions come from having very flat feet. The foot type that doesn’t get much attention is the one with a high arch. For clarification, the position your arch... by drbetschart | Dec 1, 2020 | Foot pain, Heel pain, News & Patient Information, Podiatry
The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the body. This tendon is a thick, cord-like structure that inserts into the back of the heel bone, and it’s located in one of the most overused and under-appreciated parts of the foot. Our feet are subjected to great... by drbetschart | Aug 6, 2020 | Foot pain, Foot ulcers, Footwear, Heel pain
Have you seen the new reality show on TLC called “My Feet are Killing Me?” They chronicle the story of three patients with significant foot problems as they find solutions and relief. A recent episode showed a gal with six toes who was having pain from her shoes... by drbetschart | Jul 30, 2020 | Foot pain, Footwear, Heel pain
It seems logical that a cushion in your shoe should help relieve pain in the heel. But… it almost never works. (We wish it were that easy!) In fact, most store-bought inserts don’t help this condition much. The bottom of your heel doesn’t start hurting in most cases... by drbetschart | Jan 15, 2020 | Foot pain, Heel pain, Injuries, Podiatry
Don’t ignore this one… There is a nerve in your foot that can get pinched just like carpal tunnel in the hand. The area is on the inside of the ankle and it’s called the Tarsal Tunnel. Pain can occur right in that spot. Pain can also occur in your heel, arch, and...
