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If you have had pain or swelling on the back part of your heel that does not go away with rest and especially if it is painful while walking or with shoe wear, there is a possibility that you may be dealing with retrocalcaneal bursitis. It is the inflammation of the bursa found between your heel bone and your Achilles tendon. It can be caused by overuse of the bursa, tight shoe wear, and chronic stress on your foot and ankle. If detected early and treated appropriately, it is diagnosed and treated with rest, ice, medications, and a customized physiotherapy program to reduce pain and prevent permanent injury. Most individual patients that require care for their heel pain with significant It would likely be referred to a musculoskeletal specialist. Persistent heel pain is something you should be aware of and not ignore. Seek an assessment to get yourself back to comfort and mobility. Please do not hesitate; please call to schedule your own assessment and expert care.
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