--- title: "Blog | Sweeney : Foot & Ankle Specialist | Heel Issues" description: Heel Issues | Stay informed with expert podiatry tips, updates, and advice. 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Explore topics Overall Health & Wellness Toe Issues Foot Pain Ankle Issues Podiatrist Foot Skin Issues Shoes Sweeney Foot & Ankle Specialists Bunion Exercise Nerve Issues Plantar Fasciitis Diabetic Foot Care Kids Foot Issues Arthritis Sports Foot Surgery Heel Issues Swollen Feet Arch Issues Foot Symptoms Seasonal Tendon Issues Broken Bones & Fractures Infections Blisters Cancer Flat Feet Pregnancy achilles tendon Circulation Insurance Stone Bruise Toenails fungus Achilles Tendonitis Bone bruise Gait Ingrown Toenails Senior Foot Care Stem Cell Therapy Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Veins achilles [![Man with hurt ankle on a run. ](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Achilles%20Tendonitis%20Sweeney%20Foot%20and%20Ankle.jpg?width=900&name=Achilles%20Tendonitis%20Sweeney%20Foot%20and%20Ankle.jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-the-stages-of-achilles-tendonitis-and-recovery) [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues), [Tendon Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/tendon-issues), [achilles tendon](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/achilles-tendon), [achilles](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/achilles), [Achilles Tendonitis](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/achilles-tendonitis) --- ### [Understanding the Stages of Achilles Tendonitis and Recovery](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-the-stages-of-achilles-tendonitis-and-recovery) Achilles tendonitis doesn't develop overnight. Recognizing each stage early can mean the difference between quick recovery and chronic pain that sidelines your active lifestyle. [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-the-stages-of-achilles-tendonitis-and-recovery) [![Man complaining about Plantar fasciitis](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/canva-MAE8WFHJ7rU.jpg?width=500&name=canva-MAE8WFHJ7rU.jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/plantar-fasciitis-a-guide-for-patients) [Plantar Fasciitis](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/plantar-fasciitis), [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues), [Foot Pain](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/foot-pain) --- ### [Plantar Fasciitis: A Guide for Patients](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/plantar-fasciitis-a-guide-for-patients) For many Americans, a stabbing pain in the heel of their foot when they take their first steps each morning is truly a rude awakening. Plant... [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/plantar-fasciitis-a-guide-for-patients) [![Female Heel Pain](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/canva-MADCig_2ntw.jpg?width=500&name=canva-MADCig_2ntw.jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-heel-spurs-symptoms-causes-and-treatments) [Plantar Fasciitis](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/plantar-fasciitis), [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues), [Tendon Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/tendon-issues) --- ### [Understanding Heel Spurs: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-heel-spurs-symptoms-causes-and-treatments) Heel spurs are a common foot condition that can cause heel pain and discomfort. Treatment for heel spurs typically involves stretching exerc... [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-heel-spurs-symptoms-causes-and-treatments) [![Orthotics](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/s2-1.jpg?width=500&name=s2-1.jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/do-i-need-orthotics) [Plantar Fasciitis](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/plantar-fasciitis), [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues), [Shoes](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/shoes), [Arch Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/arch-issues), [Podiatrist](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/podiatrist) --- ### [Do I Need Orthotics?](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/do-i-need-orthotics) Orthotic shoe inserts, commonly known as “orthotics” are cushions that fit into your shoe, generally for the purpose of correcting problems ... [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/do-i-need-orthotics) [![Digital composite of Highlighted foot bones of jogging woman](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Digital%20composite%20of%20Highlighted%20foot%20bones%20of%20jogging%20woman.jpeg?width=500&name=Digital%20composite%20of%20Highlighted%20foot%20bones%20of%20jogging%20woman.jpeg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-plantar-fibromas-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-options) [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues), [Podiatrist](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/podiatrist) --- ### [Understanding Plantar Fibromas: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment Options](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-plantar-fibromas-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-options) Plantar fibromas are benign tumors that form on the plantar surface of the foot, most commonly found in adults between 40 and 70 years old. ... [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/understanding-plantar-fibromas-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-options) [![Sweeney Foot and Ankle Frequently Asked Questions About Bone Bruises Close Up Of Feet in Athletic Socks With Hands Rubbing Left Foot in Pain](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/erwans-socks-YGE42qjlWjE-unsplash%20(1).jpg?width=500&name=erwans-socks-YGE42qjlWjE-unsplash%20(1).jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions-about-bone-bruises) [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues), [Ankle Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/ankle-issues), [Overall Health & Wellness](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/overall-health-wellness) --- ### [Frequently Asked Questions About Bone Bruises](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions-about-bone-bruises) A bone bruise, also known as a bone contusion, occurs when a small injury occurs on the surface of the bone. Unfortunately, you cannot visib... [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions-about-bone-bruises) [![Sandals](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/alex-azabache-MxKdjnvUAyg-unsplash.jpg?width=500&name=alex-azabache-MxKdjnvUAyg-unsplash.jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/cracked-heels-sandal-season) [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues), [Foot Skin Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/foot-skin-issues) --- ### [Cracked Heels - Sandal Season!](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/cracked-heels-sandal-season) Are you ready for sandal season? Whether you’re a man or a woman, you’ll want to put your best foot forward while you’re out and about. Unfo... [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/cracked-heels-sandal-season) [![Sever's Disease](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/plantar%20foot%20heel%20pain.jpg?width=500&name=plantar%20foot%20heel%20pain.jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/what-is-severs-disease) [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues) --- ### [What is Sever’s Disease?](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/what-is-severs-disease) Sever’s disease is a common heel injury that can occur in growing children. In fact, it is one of the most common causes of heel pain in chi... [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/what-is-severs-disease) [![heels climbing stairs](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/heels%20climbing%20stairs.jpg?width=500&name=heels%20climbing%20stairs.jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/severs-disease) [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues) --- ### [Sever's Disease Explained](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/severs-disease) What is Sever's Disease? [Continue Reading](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/severs-disease) [![heel-pain.jpg](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/hs-fs/hubfs/heel-pain.jpg?width=500&name=heel-pain.jpg)](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/heel-pain-whats-the-cause) [Heel Issues](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/topic/heel-issues) --- ### [Heel Pain: What’s the Cause?](https://info.sweeneyfootankle.com/blog/heel-pain-whats-the-cause) Pain in the base of the heel is the most common foot problem our patients have. We put tons of stress on our feet just by walking on them ea... 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