Ideally, you’d visit with Dr. Petkov, DPM at Premier Podiatry as soon as your heel pain starts, just so he can find out what’s going on and treat the underlying issue. But if you’ve been suffering from heel pain for a while, it’s particularly important to schedule an evaluation right away if:
Your pain is getting worse
You notice swelling or inflammation
Your skin is red or warm to the touch
Plan on coming into the clinic if your heel pain is keeping you from doing the things you enjoy, or is inhibiting your job functions. Dr. Petkov can gather essential diagnostic X-ray or ultrasound imaging on the spot, so you can usually get a thorough diagnosis and start treatment the same day as your appointment.