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Pain under the heel, worst on the first few steps in the morning and after sitting. It is not caused by the spur, and it does settle — but slowly, and the stretching is what does it.
These suggest something other than ordinary heel pain.
No.
Heel spurs are found in very large numbers of people with no heel pain whatsoever, and plenty of painful heels have no spur at all. The spur is a bystander. Removing it does not treat this.
No.
This is diagnosed by where it hurts and when. An X-ray is only useful if we suspect something else — a stress fracture, for instance, after a fall.
No. A cushioned, supportive ready-made insole does the same job.
Custom orthoses are frequently sold for this and the evidence does not justify the cost. Spend the money on a decent pair of shoes and a pair of indoor chappals instead.
Most people are substantially better within a few months, but it can take a year to fully settle.
It improves throughout — it does not stay bad and then suddenly stop. The people who recover fastest are the ones who do the morning stretch every single day and stop walking barefoot indoors.
Pictures, how many and how often, and what it should feel like. Free, and printable.
In your language, free to download. Each one is a short PDF you can keep on your phone or print.
On cost: if we suggest a scan, an injection or an operation, ask us what it costs and what happens if you do nothing. We will answer both. You should never feel pushed into spending money.
Consultation is ₹500 for a first visit and ₹300 for a follow-up, the same at both clinics. For anything else, ask at the desk or on WhatsApp before it is done — we will tell you the exact cost.
A page is a starting point, not a diagnosis. If the pain is not settling, come in and have it looked at properly — bring any X-ray, MRI or CT films you already have.
Opposite Patil Hospital
Shop No. 14, Veena Apartment,Monday to Saturday
12:00 noon – 2:00 pm · 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only
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Shop No. 7, Damodar Tower,Monday to Saturday
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only
Call either clinic during consulting hours, or send a WhatsApp message any time.
