heel pain

Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Birmingham

Heel pain is one of the most common foot problems we treat at our Birmingham clinic. Many patients visit us after months of struggling to walk, exercise or stand comfortably and most arrive saying “my heel hurts first thing in the morning” or “I need heel pain treatment near me urgently.”

The most frequent cause of a sore heel is plantar fasciitis, an inflammation or degeneration of the thick band of tissue connecting your heel bone to your toes (the plantar fascia). This structure works like a bowstring to support your arch and absorb shock. When overstressed, microscopic tears develop, leading to pain, stiffness and swelling.

If you are living with a sore heel or persistent arch pain, we offer rapid diagnosis including same day musculoskeletal ultrasound, and advanced treatment options to help you return to normal activity quickly.

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Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain

People with plantar fasciitis typically experience:

  • Sharp heel pain on standing, especially first thing in the morning

  • Pain after rest and after long walks or runs

  • Tenderness along the inside of the heel and arch

  • Difficulty walking barefoot

  • Tight calves or Achilles tendon discomfort

  • A feeling of “bruising” in the heel

If left untreated, heel pain can affect posture and cause secondary pain in the knee, hip or back.

Causes & Risk Factors

Heel pain and plantar fasciitis can be triggered by:

  • Flat feet or high arches

  • Sudden increase in walking or running

  • Standing for long periods

  • Wearing unsupportive shoes

  • Tight calf muscles

  • Excess body weight

  • Age-related changes in tissue quality

  • Trauma or overuse

Other conditions that may cause a sore heel include nerve irritation, heel spurs, stress fractures, Achilles tendinopathy and bursitis — which is why a correct diagnosis is essential.

Expert Diagnosis Including On-Site Ultrasound

We provide a detailed biomechanical and gait assessment, alongside ultrasound imaging to confirm the cause of your heel pain and guide treatment.

This allows us to:

✅ Examine soft-tissue structures
✅ Identify inflammation, tears or degeneration
✅ Determine if your heel pain is plantar fasciitis or another issue
✅ Create a clear, personalised treatment plan

Advanced Heel Pain Treatment Options

We offer the most comprehensive heel pain treatment options in Birmingham, including specialist therapies not available on the NHS.

1. Custom Orthotics & Footwear Advice

Proper arch support reduces strain on the plantar fascia.
We prescribe custom orthotics based on gait analysis.

2. Injection Therapy

We offer targeted foot injections for severe plantar fasciitis pain, including:

  • Corticosteroid injections for inflammation relief

  • High-volume and Herbal Injection for Heel Pain where clinically suitable

  • Ultrasound-guided delivery for accuracy

Learn more:
https://www.birminghamchiropodist.co.uk/injection-feet

3. Class IV Laser Therapy

High-power medical laser therapy speeds up healing by improving circulation, reducing inflammation and stimulating cell repair, ideal for chronic heel pain.

Details:
https://www.birminghamchiropodist.co.uk/class-4-laser-birmingham

4. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave helps repair damaged tissue, increases blood flow and is clinically proven for stubborn plantar fasciitis.

Click for information:
https://www.birminghamchiropodist.co.uk/extracorporeal-shockwave-foot-birmingham

5. Rehabilatation and Stretching Programme

Targeted calf and plantar fascia stretches, strengthening and load-management advice.

6. Strapping, padding and footwear modification

Immediate relief and gait support.

When to Seek Treatment

Seek professional podiatry treatment if:

  • Heel pain lasts longer than 1–2 weeks

  • Morning pain is worsening

  • You struggle to walk normally

  • Over-the-counter insoles haven’t helped

  • You are an athlete or stand for long periods

  • Your heel pain keeps coming back

Early treatment helps prevent chronic pain and long-term mobility issues.

Why Choose Us?

  • HCPC-registered specialist podiatrists

  • Rapid diagnosis with ultrasound scanning

  • Advanced heel pain treatment technology

  • Custom orthotics & gait analysis

  • Same-day and urgent appointments available

  • Trusted clinic in Birmingham supporting patients across the Midlands

Serving: Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry, Walsall, Edgbaston, Harborne, Sutton Coldfield, Shirley

Ready to Fix Your Heel Pain?

Whether your concern is plantar fasciitis, Achilles pain or unexplained sore heel symptoms, our specialist podiatry team can help you feel better faster.

Book your heel pain assessment today:
https://drfootpodiatryclinic.setmore.com/

📞 0121 285 1367