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Heel and ankle pain
For the past few days am experiencing heel pain. I feel it sometimes and sometimes I don't feel it. It happens everyday since last one week.
I kept my foot in hot water today, but i do not feel any relief.
And now I also feel pain in the back side of the ankle.
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Needs a proper history and workup,assessment of deformity. You are tall and have good weight these things aggravate deformity. We can discuss in detail about problem and all treatment options through personal consultation.
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Dr. Darshan N Sonawane
Orthopedist
18 yrs exp
Pune
Needs clinical examination and investigations based on the clinical findings.
Next Steps
please consult an orthopedic surgeon
Health Tips
use soft foot wear
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Dr. D. Shrinivas
Orthopedist
22 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello Practo User,
There are two conditions that cause your problem:
1. Plantar fascitis
2.Retro calcaneal bursitis.
Since you have not got any releif with home remedies, please consult a Orthopaedic doctor for further evaluation and treatment.
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Dr. Vamsi
Orthopedist
8 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Pain may be due to plantar fascitis or a spur. Needs further imaging.
Next Steps
Teleconsultation for further management
Health Tips
soft heel shoes and heel stretches.
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Dr. Pritam Palkar
Orthopedist
7 yrs exp
Pune
Is the pain maximum in morning when u start walking.
Need detail history to diagnose.
Next Steps
consultation doctor so as to get prescription for medicines
Health Tips
use soft chappals at home, do foot stretching exercises.
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