Dominika Cibulkova endured Two Years of Heel Pain

heel-pain.jpgDominika Cibulkova had been experiencing heel pain for nearly two years before undergoing surgery to shave down her bone spur. The tennis player has been kept off the court for five months to allow her Achilles to heal. “It was starting to bother me more and more,” said Cibulkova. “For two years I wasn’t in crazy pain but I was in pain.” Since her return, the athlete has been making a slow by steady comeback. In the last month alone, she has claimed defeats over Sloane Stephens, Kristina Mladenovic, and Ana Ivanovic.

Anyone can wind up suffering from heel pain. If your heel is hurting consult with Dr. Jeffrey Conforti of New Jersey. Dr. Conforti will attend to all of your foot and ankle needs.

Causes of Heel Pain

  • Heel pain is often associated with plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a band of tissues that extends along the bottom of the foot. A rip or tear in this ligament can cause inflammation of the tissue.
  • Achilles tendonitis is another cause of heel pain. Inflammation of the Achilles tendon will cause pain from fractures and muscle tearing. Lack of flexibility is also another symptom.
  • Heel spurs are another cause of pain. When the tissues of the plantar fascia undergo a great deal of stress, it can lead to ligament separation from the heel bone, causing heel spurs.

Why Might Heel Pain Occur?

  • Wearing ill-fitting shoes                     
  • Wearing non-supportive shoes
  • Weight change             
  • Excessive running

Treatments

Heel pain should be treated as soon as possible for immediate results. Keeping your feet in a stress free environment will help. If you suffer from Achilles tendonitis or plantar fasciitis, applying ice will reduce the swelling. Stretching before an exercise like running will help the muscles. Using all these tips will help make heel pain a thing of the past.

With the advancements in technology and greater knowledge of how muscles and joints work, physical therapists can turn things around dramatically.  

If you have any questions, please contact one of our offices located in Paramus and Clifton, NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

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