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Inferior Calcaneal Bursitis

By

James C. Connors

, DPM, Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine

Reviewed/Revised Nov 2023
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Symptoms and signs of inferior calcaneal bursitis include throbbing heel pain, particularly when walking barefoot on hard surfaces. Mild warmth and swelling may be present. The pain is most pronounced when the heel first contacts the ground during walking or running activity.

How to Examine the Foot
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How to Examine the Ankle
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Treatment of Inferior Calcaneal Bursitis

  • Injection of a corticosteroid/anesthetic solution and modification of footwear

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