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A Two-Minute Preparation Tool

Organize What Your Heel Pain Is Telling You

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Build a useful symptom snapshot

This checklist does not diagnose a condition or determine whether a procedure is appropriate. It helps you identify details worth sharing at an evaluation.

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01Has the heel pain continued for three months or longer?
02Have rest, stretching, inserts, physical therapy or injections provided only limited or temporary relief?
03Does the pain feel localized under or around the heel, especially with the first steps after rest?
04Did the pain begin with a recent injury, sudden swelling or an inability to bear weight?