Can medical conditions cause heel pain?
Yes. Heel pain can be associated with specific medical disorders such as arthritis, bursitis, neuroma and other soft tissue growths. Why do my feet hurt when I get out of bed or stand up? You may have plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. This is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, the band of connective tissue that runs from the heel to the ball of the foot and supports the arch of the foot. Excessive walking, running or jumping flattens and lengthens the plantar fascia. Eventually, the stress can cause small tears in the plantar fascia. When you are off your feet, the plantar fascia rests. When you stand or take a few steps, a sudden strain is put on that band of tissue and it hurts. Although the pain may subside as you walk, plantar fasciitis can be serious and should be treated by a podiatrist.
