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Heel injuries and disorders

Heel injuries and disorders

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Heel injuries and disorders are conditions in which a person has problems with his heel, such as pain, swelling, fractures, or restricted movement. The treatment depends on the injury or disease.

Dr. Kat Kat reviewed this

33 years experience

Is a type of:

Foot and ankle conditions

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Very common

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