After months of heel pain, the Feetology team found the cause and had me back running again.
Struggling with heel pain?
Heel pain is discomfort or soreness felt under or behind the heel, and it can range from a dull ache to a sharp, stabbing pain that makes every step difficult. For some people, it’s worst first thing in the morning or after sitting down. For others, it builds up during a busy day on their feet or after sport.
While it’s one of the most common foot problems we treat, the good news is that heel pain is usually very treatable once the true cause is identified.
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Are you...
Struggling with heels that ache with every step, especially first thing in the morning?
Finding that heel pain is stopping you from enjoying sport, work, or even simple walks?
Frustrated because resting or buying new shoes hasn’t stopped the pain?
Noticing the pain flares up after sitting for a while or at the end of a long day?
Finding that heel pain is stopping you from enjoying sport, work, or even simple walks?
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Avoiding activities you love
Heel pain doesn’t just stop you from running or going to the gym. It can make you say no to walks with friends, playing with your kids, or even simple things like shopping. Over time, this avoidance gradually wears down your freedom and quality of life.
Impact on mood and lifestyle
Heel pain doesn’t just stop you from running or going to the gym. It can make you say no to walks with friends, playing with your kids, or even simple things like shopping. Over time, this avoidance gradually wears down your freedom and quality of life.
Why heel pain happens
Heel pain is one of the most common foot problems we see in clinic — and it can affect anyone, from active kids to workers to grand parents on their feet all day. While the symptoms feel similar, the causes can vary.
Some of the most common causes include:
Plantar fasciitis
Sharp, stabbing pain under the heel, often worst with those first steps in the morning.
Achilles tendinopathy
Pain at the back of the heel where the tendon joins the bone.
Sever’s disease
A frequent cause of heel pain in growing, active children.
Expert care
Decades of podiatry experience across the Redlands.
Expert care
Decades of podiatry experience across the Redlands.
Expert care
Decades of podiatry experience across the Redlands.
The Victoria Point heel pain program
At Feetology, we don’t just treat the symptoms — we get to the root cause of your heel pain and build a plan that’s right for you.
Our Heel Pain Program is designed to:
1
Listen & assess
We take the time to understand your lifestyle, activities, and foot history, followed by a thorough examination.
2
Pinpoint the cause
Using modern diagnostic tools, we identify whether your pain is due to plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, Sever’s disease, or another factor.
3
Tailor your treatment
Your plan may include:
- Shockwave therapy – stimulates healing in stubborn heel pain cases.
- Custom orthotics – laser-scanned devices designed for your feet to improve support and reduce strain.
- Targeted exercise therapy – stretches and strengthening programs to improve resilience.
- Footwear guidance & modifications – making sure your shoes help, not hurt.
- Strapping or mobilisation where needed to reduce pain quickly.
4
Support your recovery
We guide you step by step with clear advice, ongoing reviews, and adjustments to keep your progress on track.
Why choose Feetology
at Victoria Point
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Decades of podiatry experience across the Redlands.
Expert care
Decades of podiatry experience across the Redlands.
Expert care
Decades of podiatry experience across the Redlands.
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Heel pain FAQs for Victoria Point & Redlands
Here are some of the most common questions we hear from patients in Victoria Point and the Redlands:
Yes, children in the Redlands often present with Sever’s disease, a common cause of heel pain in growing, active kids. Our podiatrists provide targeted care to support them.
No referral is needed for most patients. You can book directly online or by calling our clinic. Medicare or DVA referrals may apply in some cases.
Yes, many of our patients from Victoria Point and surrounding suburbs experience heel pain, often linked to plantar fasciitis, Achilles problems, or long hours standing.
Feetology at Victoria Point specialises in heel pain treatment, offering shockwave therapy, orthotics, and exercise programs tailored to your needs.
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