Heel Pain Treatment

Relief for Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Conditions in Lake Zurich, IL

Specialty › Heel Pain

What Causes Heel Pain?

Heel pain can result from several conditions including nerve entrapment, fracture, growing pains, Achilles tendonitis, and bursitis. However, the most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis. At Alpine Foot Specialists, we help patients throughout Lake Zurich and the surrounding suburbs find lasting relief from heel pain so they can walk, work, and stay active comfortably.

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Heel pain and plantar fasciitis illustration showing inflammation in the heel area

Your foot has a thick band of tissue called the plantar fascia that connects the heel bone to the toes. When this tissue becomes irritated or inflamed, it creates a sharp or stabbing heel pain, often most noticeable with your first steps in the morning. Plantar fasciitis is the leading cause of heel pain in adults.

How Our Team at Alpine Foot Specialists Can Help?

During your visit to our Lake Zurich clinic, our podiatrists will examine your feet and may take X-rays to identify the exact cause of your heel pain. In some cases, an MRI may be recommended for more detailed imaging of the foot and ankle.

Dr. Anna Gurrera providing shockwave therapy treatment for heel pain at Alpine Foot Specialists in Lake Zurich Illinois

Conservative treatment options may include:

  • Stretching and targeted exercises
  • Supportive footwear and custom orthotics
  • Icing and anti-inflammatory medications
  • Avoiding barefoot walking
  • Night splints
  • Physical therapy
  • Steroid injections
  • MLS laser therapy
  • Shockwave therapy
  • DPMx allograft injections using regenerative medicine

If conservative methods are not successful or are not appropriate for your specific condition, our podiatrists will discuss surgical options.

Why Choose Alpine Foot Specialists in Lake Zurich?

  • Experienced podiatrists offering comprehensive heel pain solutions

  • Personalized treatment plans based on your condition and lifestyle

  • Conveniently located for patients in Lake Zurich, Barrington, Hawthorn Woods, Kildeer, and the surrounding communities

  • A compassionate, patient-first approach focused on restoring pain-free movement

If you are struggling with heel pain, do not wait to seek help. Contact Alpine Foot Specialists today to schedule an appointment. Our goal is to help you return to a pain-free and active life.

We invite you to call our office with any questions or to schedule an appointment.