If heel and arch symptoms are not treated early chronic heel pain may develop. See your podiatrist early to prevent long term problems. Chronic heel pain increases the chance that surgery may be required to relieve your pain. The most common cause of heel and arch pain is a condition called plantar fasciitis. This is an inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs along the arch of your feet from your heel to your toes, and aids in stabilization of your arch during walking and running.
Severe pain can be present, especially in the morning on arising.
Other causes of heel and arch pain include arthritis, infection, fractures and sprains, or even certain systemic diseases. Because of the multiple possible causes you should see your podiatrist for a thorough evaluation if you are experiencing heel or arch pain. This increased stress causes local inflammation and pain. Heel Spur Syndrome is another name for plantar fasciitis when the pain is localized to the heel. Surgery is almost never required.