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Overview Retrocalcaneal Bursitis. This bursa is located at the back of the heel. Bursitis in this area is often associated with conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis or rheumatoid arthritis. It can occur in healthy individuals who wear improperly fitted shoes. Symptoms include painful swelling that develops at the back of the heel. Calcaneal Bursitis. This bursa is located at the sole or bottom of the heel. Inflammation usually produces pain in the heel when standing. Causes include [http://karakile.Exteen.com/20150627/nonsurgical-hammer-toe-repair heel spurs], excess weight, injury, and wearing improperly fitted shoes. Causes The calcaneal bursa can become inflamed in patients with heel spurs or in patients with poor-fitting shoes (eg, high heels). Inflammation can occur secondarily from Achilles tendinitis, especially in young athletes. Patients exhibit tenderness to palpation of the bursa anterior to the Achilles tendon on both the medial and lateral aspects. They have pain with movement, which is worsened with dorsiflexion. Symptoms Your feet are extremely resilient and are designed to stand up to the pressures of day-to-day living. In some cases, though, foot structures may break down when subjected to chronic stress associated with prolonged periods of weight-bearing activity on concrete, asphalt, or other hard surfaces (especially when your footwear does not allow for appropriate weight distribution). Foot problems, including infracalcaneal bursitis, are often exacerbated by poorly designed footwear, and pressure, impact, and shear forces can damage your feet over time. Bursal sacs are intended to minimize this damage, but sometimes the bursa itself becomes inflamed. Diagnosis Like all other forms of bursitis, initially the physician will take down the history of symptoms experienced by the patient, this will be followed by a detailed physical examination which involves checking for inflammation signs like pain, redness, and warmth of the heel area. The physician might examine further by moving the ankle a little to determine the exact location of pain. Further diagnostic tests including x-ray, bone scans, and MRI scan might be suggested if required. Non Surgical Treatment During the initial acute phase of the condition, patients should apply ice to the back of the heel for 15 to 20 minutes and follow the R.I.C.E.R regime. Avoid activities that cause pain. Gradual progressive stretching of the calf muscle and Achilles tendon is also advocated. Changing the footwear. Wearing an open-backed shoe may help relieve pressure on the affected region. For those whose symptoms were caused by a sudden change from wearing high-heeled shoes to flat shoes, the temporary use of footwear with a heel height in between may be helpful. Inserting a heel cup in the shoe may help to raise the inflamed region slightly above the shoe?s restricting heel counter and relieve the pain. It is advisable to also insert the heel cup into the other shoe to avoid any leg-leg discrepancies that can lead to other problems. Training frequency and intensity should be gradually progressed with adequate rest between trainings. Surgical Treatment Surgery is rarely done strictly for treatment of a bursitis. If any underlying cause is the reason, this may be addressed surgically. During surgery for other conditions, a bursa may be seen and removed surgically.

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−	Overview<br>~~Infracalcaneal~~ bursitis is inflammation of ~~a bursa-a fluid-filled sac-below your~~ calcaneus, or heel bone. ~~Bursae are situated~~ in ~~various locations throughout your body where friction between tissues commonly occurs, and these sacs are designed to help reduce this friction and prevent pain~~. ~~Repetitive movements or prolonged and excessive pressure are~~ the ~~most common causes of bursal inflammation, though traumatic injury may also cause this painful problem. Indeed, your~~ body ~~sometimes creates bursal sacs~~ in ~~response~~ to ~~trauma or tissue damage. Infracalcaneal bursitis can sometimes be difficult~~ to ~~differentiate from plantar fasciosis-another condition that causes pain below~~ the ~~heel~~. The ~~key difference is that infracalcaneal bursitis tends to be worse at~~ the ~~end~~ of the ~~day whereas plantar fascia pain tends to be worse in~~ the ~~morning, immediately upon waking~~.<br><br>Causes<br>~~The calcaneal bursa~~ can ~~become inflamed in patients with [http://Sylvialeichtenberge~~.~~Hatenablog.com/entries/2015/08/21~~ heel ~~spurs]~~ or ~~in patients with poor-fitting shoes (eg~~, ~~high heels)~~. ~~Inflammation can occur secondarily from Achilles tendinitis, especially in young athletes. Patients exhibit tenderness to palpation of~~ the ~~bursa anterior to the Achilles tendon~~ on ~~both~~ the ~~medial and lateral aspects. They have pain with movement~~, ~~which is worsened with dorsiflexion~~.<br><br>Symptoms<br>~~Bursitis usually causes~~ a dull pain, ~~tenderness, and stiffness near~~ the ~~affected bursa~~. ~~The bursa may swell and make the skin~~ around ~~it red and warm to~~ the ~~touch~~. ~~Bursitis is most common~~ in the shoulder ~~camera.gif~~, ~~elbow camera.gif, hip camera~~.~~gif, and knee camera.gif. Bursitis may also occur near~~ the ~~Achilles tendon or~~ in the ~~foot~~. ~~Symptoms~~ of bursitis ~~may be like those~~ of ~~tendinopathy~~. ~~Both occur in~~ the ~~tissues in~~ and ~~around~~ the ~~joints~~. ~~Check with your doctor if your pain~~ is ~~severe, if the sore area becomes very hot or red, or if~~ you ~~have a fever~~.<br><br>Diagnosis<br>~~Diagnosis is first by clinical suspicion~~ of ~~symptoms~~. ~~This can be mistaken~~ for ~~gout or infection especially in the big toe region~~. ~~A diagnosis~~ of ~~bursitis is usually used in combination of the underlying cause~~, ~~for instance a bunion deformity~~, ~~Haglund's deformity~~, ~~or Heel Spur Syndrome~~. ~~Many times the cause needs to~~ be ~~addressed~~ to ~~rid~~ the ~~problem~~ of ~~bursitis~~.<br><br>Non Surgical Treatment<br>~~Many cases of retrocalcaneal and retroachilles bursitis can be treated effectively at home.~~ One of the most ~~important factors~~ is ~~eliminating shoe gear~~ that ~~presses against the back of the~~ heel. ~~Comfortable~~, ~~supportive footwear~~ and ~~frequently resting the~~ foot ~~will minimize friction at the heel~~ and ~~give the inflammation~~ a ~~chance~~ to ~~subside. These steps~~, ~~along with other methods~~ to ~~alleviate swelling~~, ~~such as non-steroidal~~ anti-inflammatory ~~drugs (NSAIDs~~, ~~e.g~~., ~~ibuprofen)~~, ~~icing~~ the ~~heel, and elevating the foot, are usually successful in treating retrocalcaneal bursitis~~.<br><br>Surgical Treatment<br>Surgery ~~is rarely done strictly for treatment~~ of a bursitis~~. If any underlying cause~~ is the ~~reason~~, this ~~may be addressed surgically~~. ~~During surgery for other conditions~~, a ~~bursa~~ may ~~be seen and removed surgically~~.~~<br><br>Prevention<br>People can lower~~ the ~~risk~~ of ~~bursitis by gradually strengthening and stretching~~ the ~~muscles around the joints~~ and ~~taking regular breaks from repetitive motion that might irritate bursae~~. ~~Prolonged time resting on~~ the ~~elbows or kneeling should~~ be ~~avoided~~, if it ~~cannot be avoided, wearing cushioned elbow~~ and ~~knee pads can help protect~~ the ~~bursae~~. ~~Comfortable~~, ~~supportive, low-heeled shoes can help prevent~~ bursitis in the ~~foot~~.	+	Overview<br>Retrocalcaneal bursitis is a painful inflammation of the soft tissues at the attachment of the Achilles tendon to the back of the heel bone. The retrocalcaneus identifies the ?retro? or behind and ?calcaneus? or heel bone. Bursitis relates to inflammation of a bursa in the retrocalcaneal region. A bursa anatomically is a fluid filled sack that is located around tendinous attachments in the body. The retrocalcaneal bursa as identified in the photo 1 protects the Achilles tendon just prior to its insertion to the retrocalcaneal region. The retrocalcaneal bursa cushions the Achilles tendon and normally allows pain free motion of the Achilles tendon over the calcaneus.<br><br>Causes<br>Posterior heel pain can come from one of several causes. When a physician is talking about posterior heel pain, he or she is referring to pain behind the heel, not below it. Pain underneath the heel, on the bottom of the foot, has several causes including Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome. Plantar Fasciitis. [http://biancaaguillard.blogas.lt/?p=9&akst_action=share-this Heel Spurs].<br><br>Symptoms<br>Retrocalcaneal bursitis is very similar to Achilles bursitis as the bursae are very close in proximity and symptoms are almost identical however retrocalcaneal bursitis is a lot more common. The symptoms of bursitis vary depending on whether the bursitis is the result of injury or an underlying health condition or from infection. From normal overuse and injury the pain is normally a constant dull ache or burning pain at the back of the heel that is aggravated by any touch, pressure like tight shoes or movement of the joint. There will normally be notable swelling around the back of the heel. In other cases where the bursa lies deep under the skin in the hip or shoulder, swelling might not be visible. Movement of the ankle and foot will be stiff, especially in the mornings and after any activity involving the elbow. All of these symptoms are experienced with septic bursitis with the addition of a high temperature of 38?C or over and feverish chills. The skin around the affected joint will also appear to be red and will feel incredibly warm to the touch. In cases of septic bursitis it is important that you seek medical attention. With injury induced bursitis if symptoms are still persisting after 2 weeks then report to your GP.<br><br>Diagnosis<br>Your doctor will examine you, including an evaluation of your gait, while you are barefoot, your doctor will ask you to stand still and to walk in order to evaluate how your foot moves as you walk. An examination of your feet. Your doctor may compare your feet for any differences between them. Then your doctor may examine your painful foot for signs of tenderness, swelling, discoloration, muscle weakness and decreased range of motion. A neurological examination. The nerves and muscles may be evaluated by checking strength, sensation and reflexes. In addition to examining you, your health care professional may want to examine your shoes. Signs of excessive wear in certain parts of a shoe can provide valuable clues to problems in the way you walk and poor bone alignment. Depending on the results of your physical examination, you may need foot X-rays or other diagnostic tests.<br><br>Non Surgical Treatment<br>One of the most effective treatments for infracalcaneal bursitis is to temporarily avoid weight-bearing activities that put stress or strain on your heel bone. PRICE (protection, rest, hot/cold contrast compresses, compression, and elevation) is another good acute management technique for this foot problem. Changing your footwear is an effective long-term prevention and treatment tool for infracalcaneal bursitis. Footwear that possess a flat support base, a sufficiently wide toe box to accommodate natural toe splay, and a flexible sole are best for preventing and managing infracalcaneal bursitis. An integrated approach to this problem usually involves the use of padded socks that help reduce pressure, friction, and inflammation in your affected area. Natural anti-inflammatory agents can also be helpful in quelling inflammation, reducing pain, and improving treatment times for infracalcaneal bursitis. In rare cases, more aggressive treatment methods may be required, such as cortisone injections or surgery to drain the bursal sac.<br><br>Surgical Treatment<br>Surgery. Though rare, particularly challenging cases of retrocalcaneal bursitis might warrant a bursectomy, in which the troublesome bursa is removed from the back of the ankle. Surgery can be effective, but operating on this boney area can cause complications, such as trouble with skin healing at the incision site. In addition to removing the bursa, a doctor may use the surgery to treat another condition associated with the retrocalcaneal bursitis. For example, a surgeon may remove a sliver of bone from the back of the heel to alter foot mechanics and reduce future friction. Any bone spurs located where the Achilles attaches to the heel may also be removed. Regardless of the conservative treatment that is provided, it is important to wait until all pain and swelling around the back of the heel is gone before resuming activities. This may take several weeks. Once symptoms are gone, a patient may make a gradual return to his or her activity level before their bursitis symptoms began. Returning to activities that cause friction or stress on the bursa before it is healed will likely cause bursitis symptoms to flare up again.

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−	Overview<br>~~Heel~~ bursitis is ~~specifically the~~ inflammation of ~~the retrocalcaneal~~ bursa, ~~located at the back of the~~ heel~~, under the Achilles tendon~~. ~~There~~ are ~~a handful of factors that put you at risk for developing heel bursitis. Long distance runners~~ are ~~prone~~ to ~~heel bursitis, due to repeated stress~~ and ~~pounding upon the heel joint~~. ~~Engaging in activities such as running, bicycling, walking, jumping,~~ and ~~stair climbing for extended periods of time can overwork~~ the ~~heel joints and start to irritate the bursae. Suddenly changing to a high-intensity workout regime puts a lot~~ of ~~stress on the heel~~, ~~making it vulnerable to~~ injury. ~~Hard blows/bumps~~ to ~~the heel can immediately~~ damage ~~the bursae, leading to swelling and inflammation~~. ~~Training at high intensities without stretching and warming up~~ can ~~also contribute~~ to the ~~development of~~ heel ~~bursitis~~. ~~Even improper footwear can~~ be ~~a big factor. Some other conditions can put you~~ at ~~risk as well, such as: tarsal tunnel syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis,~~ plantar ~~fasciitis~~, ~~muscle weakness, joint stiffness, and~~ [http://~~alex7tucker13~~.~~jimdo~~.com/2015/06/21~~/hammer-toe-pain-running~~ heel spurs]. It is very important to get a professional diagnosis if you are having heel pain because heel bursitis is often confused for Achilles tendonitis, and the proper treatments are very different. The pain could also be plantar fasciitis or ~~general heel pain syndrome.<br><br>Causes<br>There are several factors which can predispose~~ patients ~~to developing this condition. These need to be assessed and corrected~~ with ~~direction from a physiotherapist and may include~~ poor ~~foot biomechanics (particularly flat feet), inappropriate footwear (e.g. excessively tight~~ fitting shoes~~), muscle weakness~~ (~~particularly the calf~~, ~~quadriceps and gluteals~~), ~~muscle tightness (particularly~~ the ~~calf), joint stiffness (particularly~~ the ~~ankle, subtalar joint or foot), bony anomalies of~~ the heel bone, inappropriate or excessive training or activity, inadequate recovery periods from sport or activity, inadequate warm up, inadequate rehabilitation following a previous Achilles injury, change in training conditions or surfaces, inappropriate running technique, inadequate fitness, poor pelvic and ~~core stability~~, ~~poor proprioception or balance, being overweight~~.<br><br>Symptoms<br>~~Posterior heel~~ pain is the ~~chief complaint in individuals with calcaneal bursitis~~. ~~Patients~~ may ~~report limping caused by~~ the ~~posterior heel pain~~. ~~Some individuals may also report an obvious swelling (eg~~, ~~a pump bump~~, ~~a term that presumably comes from~~ the ~~swelling's association with high-heeled shoes~~ or ~~pumps)~~. ~~The condition~~ may be ~~unilateral or bilateral~~. ~~Symptoms are often worse when~~ the ~~patient first begins an activity after rest~~.<br><br>Diagnosis<br>Diagnosis is first by clinical suspicion of symptoms. This can be mistaken for gout or infection especially in the big toe region. A diagnosis of bursitis is usually used in combination of the underlying cause, for instance a bunion deformity, Haglund's deformity, or Heel Spur Syndrome. Many times the cause needs to be addressed to rid the problem of bursitis.<br><br>Non Surgical Treatment<br>~~Non-operative treatment~~ is the ~~standard approach to treating posterior~~ heel ~~pain~~. ~~It is highly desirable~~ to ~~treat this condition non-operatively~~, as ~~operative treatment is often associated with a prolonged recovery. Traditional~~ non-~~operative treatment includes the following~~. ~~Heel Lift or the Use of a Shoe with a Moderate Heel~~. ~~Walking barefoot or in a flat-soled shoe increases~~ the ~~tension on the insertion of the Achilles tendon. Using a~~ heel ~~lift or a shoe with a moderate heel can help reduce the stress on the tendon~~ and ~~decrease~~ the ~~irritation caused by this condition~~.<br><br>Surgical Treatment<br>~~Bursectomy~~ is a ~~surgical procedure used to remove an inflamed or infected bursa, which~~ is ~~a fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between tissues of~~ the ~~body. Because retrocalcaneal bursitis can cause chronic inflammation~~, ~~pain and discomfort, bursectomy~~ may be ~~used as a treatment~~ for ~~the condition when it is persistent and cannot be relived with~~ other ~~treatments. During this procedure~~, a ~~surgeon makes small incisions so that a camera~~ may be ~~inserted into~~ the ~~joint~~. ~~This camera is called an arthroscope~~. ~~Another small incision is made so that surgical instruments~~ can ~~be inserted to remove~~ the ~~inflamed bursa~~.	+	Overview<br>Infracalcaneal bursitis is inflammation of a bursa-a fluid-filled sac-below your calcaneus, or heel bone. Bursae are situated in various locations throughout your body where friction between tissues commonly occurs, and these sacs are designed to help reduce this friction and prevent pain. Repetitive movements or prolonged and excessive pressure are the most common causes of bursal inflammation, though traumatic injury may also cause this painful problem. Indeed, your body sometimes creates bursal sacs in response to trauma or tissue damage. Infracalcaneal bursitis can sometimes be difficult to differentiate from plantar fasciosis-another condition that causes pain below the heel. The key difference is that infracalcaneal bursitis tends to be worse at the end of the day whereas plantar fascia pain tends to be worse in the morning, immediately upon waking.<br><br>Causes<br>The calcaneal bursa can become inflamed in patients with [http://Sylvialeichtenberge.Hatenablog.com/entries/2015/08/21 heel spurs] or in patients with poor-fitting shoes (eg, high heels). Inflammation can occur secondarily from Achilles tendinitis, especially in young athletes. Patients exhibit tenderness to palpation of the bursa anterior to the Achilles tendon on both the medial and lateral aspects. They have pain with movement, which is worsened with dorsiflexion.<br><br>Symptoms<br>Bursitis usually causes a dull pain, tenderness, and stiffness near the affected bursa. The bursa may swell and make the skin around it red and warm to the touch. Bursitis is most common in the shoulder camera.gif, elbow camera.gif, hip camera.gif, and knee camera.gif. Bursitis may also occur near the Achilles tendon or in the foot. Symptoms of bursitis may be like those of tendinopathy. Both occur in the tissues in and around the joints. Check with your doctor if your pain is severe, if the sore area becomes very hot or red, or if you have a fever.<br><br>Diagnosis<br>Diagnosis is first by clinical suspicion of symptoms. This can be mistaken for gout or infection especially in the big toe region. A diagnosis of bursitis is usually used in combination of the underlying cause, for instance a bunion deformity, Haglund's deformity, or Heel Spur Syndrome. Many times the cause needs to be addressed to rid the problem of bursitis.<br><br>Non Surgical Treatment<br>Many cases of retrocalcaneal and retroachilles bursitis can be treated effectively at home. One of the most important factors is eliminating shoe gear that presses against the back of the heel. Comfortable, supportive footwear and frequently resting the foot will minimize friction at the heel and give the inflammation a chance to subside. These steps, along with other methods to alleviate swelling, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, e.g., ibuprofen), icing the heel, and elevating the foot, are usually successful in treating retrocalcaneal bursitis.<br><br>Surgical Treatment<br>Surgery is rarely done strictly for treatment of a bursitis. If any underlying cause is the reason, this may be addressed surgically. During surgery for other conditions, a bursa may be seen and removed surgically.<br><br>Prevention<br>People can lower the risk of bursitis by gradually strengthening and stretching the muscles around the joints and taking regular breaks from repetitive motion that might irritate bursae. Prolonged time resting on the elbows or kneeling should be avoided, if it cannot be avoided, wearing cushioned elbow and knee pads can help protect the bursae. Comfortable, supportive, low-heeled shoes can help prevent bursitis in the foot.

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−	Overview<br>~~This~~ is ~~a very common condition that leads to foot pain . Once you understand what it actually is you will wonder why it does not occur more often~~, ~~particularly in~~ the ~~foot~~. ~~It is an inflamed bursal sac. A bursal sac is~~ a ~~sac filled with fluid~~ that ~~acts~~ to ~~lubricate~~ and ~~reduce~~ the ~~friction between two surfaces~~ in ~~the body, usually muscles and tendons~~ as ~~they glide over bony prominences~~, ~~however their purpose in not limited to just muscles~~ and ~~tendons. The body contains literally hundreds~~ of ~~bursal sacs but in~~ the ~~foot there is just one naturally occurring (adventitious) bursal sac. It is located between the Achilles tendon~~ and the heel ~~bone (calcaneaus)~~, ~~otherwise known as an achilles tendon bursal sac~~.~~In this instance~~ the ~~Achilles tendon is protected from~~ the ~~pressure of~~ the heel ~~bone pressing against it when we walk~~.~~<br><br>Causes<br>The calcaneal bursa~~ can ~~become inflamed in patients with~~ [http://~~kyungfiller~~.~~Wordpress~~.com/2015/06/22/hammer-toe-~~fusion~~-~~implants~~ heel spurs] or in patients with poor-fitting shoes (eg, ~~high heels~~)~~. Inflammation can occur secondarily from Achilles tendinitis~~, ~~especially in young athletes. Patients exhibit tenderness to palpation of~~ the ~~bursa anterior to~~ the ~~Achilles tendon on both~~ the ~~medial~~ and ~~lateral aspects. They have pain with movement~~, ~~which is worsened with dorsiflexion~~.<br><br>Symptoms<br>~~Pain~~ in the heel, ~~especially with walking~~, ~~running, or when~~ the ~~area is touched~~. ~~Pain~~ may ~~get~~ worse when ~~rising on~~ the ~~toes (standing on tiptoes). Red, warm skin over the back of the heel~~.<br><br>Diagnosis<br>~~Like all other forms~~ of ~~bursitis, initially~~ the ~~physician will take down the history~~ of ~~symptoms experienced by~~ the ~~patient~~, ~~this will be followed by a detailed physical examination which involves checking~~ for ~~inflammation signs like pain~~, ~~redness~~, ~~and warmth of the heel area~~. ~~The physician might examine further by moving~~ the ~~ankle a little~~ to ~~determine~~ the ~~exact location~~ of ~~pain. Further diagnostic tests including x-ray, bone scans, and MRI scan might be suggested if required~~.<br><br>Non Surgical Treatment<br>~~Rest and apply cold therapy or ice~~. ~~Ice should not be applied directly~~ to ~~the skin~~ as ~~it may cause ice burns but wrap in~~ a ~~wet tea towel~~. ~~Commercially available hot and cold packs are often more convenience than using ice~~. ~~Taping~~ the ~~bursa~~ with a ~~donut shaped pad to take some~~ of the ~~pressure from footwear may help~~. ~~A doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory medication e.g. ibuprofen to~~ reduce the ~~pain~~ and ~~inflammation. Applying electrotherapy such as ultrasound may reduce inflammation and swelling. A steroid injection followed~~ by ~~48 hours rest may be given for persistent cases. If the bursitis is particularly bad and does not respond to conservative treatment then surgery is also an option~~.<br><br>Surgical Treatment<br>~~Surgery. Though rare, particularly challenging cases of retrocalcaneal bursitis might warrant~~ a ~~bursectomy~~, in which ~~the troublesome bursa~~ is ~~removed from the back~~ of the ~~ankle~~. ~~Surgery can be effective, but operating on this boney area~~ can cause ~~complications~~, ~~such as trouble with skin healing at the incision site. In addition to removing the bursa~~, a ~~doctor may use~~ the ~~surgery to treat another~~ condition ~~associated~~ with ~~the retrocalcaneal bursitis~~. ~~For example~~, a surgeon ~~may remove~~ a ~~sliver of bone from the back of the heel to alter foot mechanics and reduce future friction. Any bone spurs located where the Achilles attaches to the heel~~ may ~~also~~ be ~~removed. Regardless of~~ the ~~conservative treatment that is provided, it is important to wait until all pain and swelling around the back of the heel is gone before resuming activities~~. This ~~may take several weeks~~. ~~Once symptoms are gone, a patient may make a gradual return~~ to ~~his or her activity level before their bursitis symptoms began. Returning to activities that cause friction or stress on~~ the bursa before it is healed will likely cause bursitis symptoms to flare up again.<br><br>Prevention<br>Maintain proper form when exercising, as well as good flexibility and strength around the ankle to help prevent this condition. Proper stretching of the Achilles tendon helps prevent injury.	+	Overview<br>Heel bursitis is specifically the inflammation of the retrocalcaneal bursa, located at the back of the heel, under the Achilles tendon. There are a handful of factors that put you at risk for developing heel bursitis. Long distance runners are prone to heel bursitis, due to repeated stress and pounding upon the heel joint. Engaging in activities such as running, bicycling, walking, jumping, and stair climbing for extended periods of time can overwork the heel joints and start to irritate the bursae. Suddenly changing to a high-intensity workout regime puts a lot of stress on the heel, making it vulnerable to injury. Hard blows/bumps to the heel can immediately damage the bursae, leading to swelling and inflammation. Training at high intensities without stretching and warming up can also contribute to the development of heel bursitis. Even improper footwear can be a big factor. Some other conditions can put you at risk as well, such as: tarsal tunnel syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, plantar fasciitis, muscle weakness, joint stiffness, and [http://alex7tucker13.jimdo.com/2015/06/21/hammer-toe-pain-running heel spurs]. It is very important to get a professional diagnosis if you are having heel pain because heel bursitis is often confused for Achilles tendonitis, and the proper treatments are very different. The pain could also be plantar fasciitis or general heel pain syndrome.<br><br>Causes<br>There are several factors which can predispose patients to developing this condition. These need to be assessed and corrected with direction from a physiotherapist and may include poor foot biomechanics (particularly flat feet), inappropriate footwear (e.g. excessively tight fitting shoes), muscle weakness (particularly the calf, quadriceps and gluteals), muscle tightness (particularly the calf), joint stiffness (particularly the ankle, subtalar joint or foot), bony anomalies of the heel bone, inappropriate or excessive training or activity, inadequate recovery periods from sport or activity, inadequate warm up, inadequate rehabilitation following a previous Achilles injury, change in training conditions or surfaces, inappropriate running technique, inadequate fitness, poor pelvic and core stability, poor proprioception or balance, being overweight.<br><br>Symptoms<br>Posterior heel pain is the chief complaint in individuals with calcaneal bursitis. Patients may report limping caused by the posterior heel pain. Some individuals may also report an obvious swelling (eg, a pump bump, a term that presumably comes from the swelling's association with high-heeled shoes or pumps). The condition may be unilateral or bilateral. Symptoms are often worse when the patient first begins an activity after rest.<br><br>Diagnosis<br>Diagnosis is first by clinical suspicion of symptoms. This can be mistaken for gout or infection especially in the big toe region. A diagnosis of bursitis is usually used in combination of the underlying cause, for instance a bunion deformity, Haglund's deformity, or Heel Spur Syndrome. Many times the cause needs to be addressed to rid the problem of bursitis.<br><br>Non Surgical Treatment<br>Non-operative treatment is the standard approach to treating posterior heel pain. It is highly desirable to treat this condition non-operatively, as operative treatment is often associated with a prolonged recovery. Traditional non-operative treatment includes the following. Heel Lift or the Use of a Shoe with a Moderate Heel. Walking barefoot or in a flat-soled shoe increases the tension on the insertion of the Achilles tendon. Using a heel lift or a shoe with a moderate heel can help reduce the stress on the tendon and decrease the irritation caused by this condition.<br><br>Surgical Treatment<br>Bursectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove an inflamed or infected bursa, which is a fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between tissues of the body. Because retrocalcaneal bursitis can cause chronic inflammation, pain and discomfort, bursectomy may be used as a treatment for the condition when it is persistent and cannot be relived with other treatments. During this procedure, a surgeon makes small incisions so that a camera may be inserted into the joint. This camera is called an arthroscope. Another small incision is made so that surgical instruments can be inserted to remove the inflamed bursa.