What causes left heel pain?

The heel is one of the components of the foot, but it is not very functional and its effect on the body is not obvious, so it is easily overlooked. However, there are many health problems caused by heels, which cause great pain to some people's bodies. For example, why do some people often experience left heel pain? Let's take a look at the explanation of this issue below. I hope everyone can understand it.

Bone hyperplasia caused by degenerative changes of the calcaneus, also known as "bone spurs", is also a common cause of heel pain. Heel pain occurs when "bone spurs" exist for a long time and the heel bone with the "bone spur" is subjected to long-term weight bearing or excessive weight bearing, causing local congestion and aseptic inflammation, which stimulates the nerves in the affected area.

2. Plantar fasciitis

It is one of the most common causes of heel pain, which often occurs in people who stand or walk for a long time. It is a lesion caused by the accumulation of long-term, chronic, and minor traumas, and manifests as the rupture of fascia fibers and their repair process. Heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis can be cured naturally. Raising the heels, reducing the pull of the Achilles tendon on the calcaneus, plantar flexion of the forefoot, and relieving the tension of the plantar fascia can all alleviate the symptoms.

It often occurs in the elderly. The heel pad is an elastic cushion formed by fibrous tissue, fat tissue and elastic fibers under the heel bone. In young people, the heel pad is elastic and can absorb vibrations. In old age, the elasticity of the heel pad decreases, and the calcaneus bears the body weight without padding. In severe cases, scars and calcium deposits may form, causing heel pain.

4. Retrocalcaneal bursitis

The most common disease is the bursa between the Achilles tendon and the skin, which is caused by friction damage from inappropriate high-heeled leather shoes. The bursa wall may become thickened, the bursa may be filled with synovial fluid, and there may be local swelling and tenderness.

It often occurs in boys aged 8 to 12 years old. The lesion is similar to tibial tuberosity apophysiitis of the lower leg. It is a symptom caused by tendon traction on the unhealed epiphysis during development. The pain is below the attachment point of the Achilles tendon and can occur on both sides at the same time. Running and standing on tiptoes may make symptoms worse. The symptoms disappear naturally after the epiphysis heals.