Your heels absorb the initial impact of every single step you take. Year after year, mile after mile, the full force of weight and pressure really adds up. Unsurprisingly then, heel pain is one of the most common conditions we see at our practice, and many—if not most—adults will struggle with it at one point or another in their lives.

Canyon Foot & Ankle Specialists diagnoses and treats every cause of heel pain for patients in Twin Falls, Burley, and throughout south-central Idaho. The most common diagnosis by far is plantar fasciitis, an overuse injury of the thick band of tissue running along the bottom of the foot, but heel pain can also stem from Achilles tendinitis, heel spurs, Haglund's deformity, Sever's disease in children, stress fractures, and nerve entrapment. Because these conditions share overlapping symptoms but require different treatment, an accurate diagnosis comes first.

While minor, temporary aches that go away with a little bit of rest are almost inevitable from time to time, pain that is serious or longstanding—enough to get in the way of living the lifestyle you want to live—is not normal and never acceptable. It is a sign that you need to see a foot specialist. The good news is that heel pain can almost always be treated conservatively, and a professional diagnosis matters more than most patients expect for how quickly it resolves.

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When to Seek Prompt Care: Contact our Twin Falls or Burley office right away if you cannot bear weight on the foot, if heel pain began suddenly after a specific injury, if you have redness, warmth, swelling, or fever, or if you have numbness or tingling along with the pain. Patients with diabetes or peripheral neuropathy should be evaluated promptly for any new heel pain, since reduced sensation can mask a more serious problem.

Why Choose Canyon Foot & Ankle Specialists for Heel Pain?

  • Accurate Diagnosis First: Many conditions cause heel pain and they are treated differently, so we identify the specific cause before building a planheel pain specialist Twin Falls Idaho
  • Surgery Is the Last Resort: Only a very small percentage of heel pain cases ever require an operation
  • Board-Certified Podiatrists: Dr. Cory Pilling, Dr. Jason DeVries, and Dr. Jasen Chandler are board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
  • Advanced Options When Basics Fall Short: MLS laser therapy, shockwave therapy, and amniotic tissue injection therapy for stubborn cases
  • Care for Every Age: From Sever's disease in growing children to degenerative heel pain in older adults
  • Two Idaho Locations: Convenient access to expert heel pain care in both Twin Falls and Burley
  • Insurance Coverage: We accept most major insurance plans for heel pain evaluation and treatment

Understanding Heel Pain

The heel is built around the calcaneus, the largest bone in the foot, which strikes the ground first with every step and absorbs forces several times your body weight during walking and running. Surrounding it are the plantar fascia beneath, the Achilles tendon behind, a fat pad providing cushioning below, and a network of nerves, bursae, and small muscles. Pain can originate from any of these structures, and where it hurts is one of the most useful clues to which one is involved.

Where the Pain Is Tells Us a Great Deal

  • Under the heel, toward the front: Most often plantar fasciitis, especially when it is worst with the first steps of the day
  • Directly under the center of the heel: May indicate fat pad atrophy or a heel bone stress fracture
  • Behind the heel, at the tendon: Points toward Achilles tendinitis or retrocalcaneal bursitis
  • At the back of the heel bone, with a hard bump: Suggests Haglund's deformity
  • Along the inside of the heel, with burning or tingling: Raises the possibility of nerve entrapment
  • At the back of the heel in a child or adolescent: Very likely Sever's disease, an irritation of the growth plate

Why Heel Pain Should Not Be Ignored

Heel pain rarely stays confined to the heel. When one foot hurts, people unconsciously change how they walk, shifting load onto the other side of the foot, the opposite leg, and up the chain into the knees, hips, and lower back. Over weeks and months, this compensation creates a second set of problems on top of the original one. Chronic plantar fasciitis also shifts from an inflammatory condition to a degenerative one, in which the tissue itself becomes disorganized and thickened. Degenerated tissue takes considerably longer to heal than irritated tissue, which is the practical reason early treatment shortens recovery so dramatically.

What Causes Heel Pain?

Many different heel pain conditions share similar symptoms, and even contributing factors. As you might imagine, these can include:

  • Occupations that require a lot of standing, particularly on hard surfaces
  • Active physical hobbies, such as running and sports
  • Poor-fitting or unsupportive shoes, including worn-out athletic shoes
  • Faulty foot structure or a biomechanically flawed gait, such as flat feet or high arches
  • Tight calf muscles and Achilles tendons, which increase tension on the plantar fascia
  • Rapid increases in activity, mileage, or time on your feet
  • Weight gain, which raises the load the heel absorbs with every step

Our podiatrists cover the most common causes of heel pain in more detail, and the specific combination behind your pain is what your evaluation is designed to identify.

The Most Common Heel Pain Conditions

The most common heel pain diagnosis in adults is plantar fasciitis. You can usually identify this condition by the distinctive, sharp pain it causes when you get out of bed in the morning or stand up after a long sit. Other relatively common heel pain conditions include:

  1. Heel spurs. These bony deposits may develop over time as a result of untreated plantar fasciitis. They usually are not painful on their own and cause no problems once plantar fasciitis subsides.
  2. Achilles tendinitis. This common condition is the result of tearing, inflammation, or degeneration of the "heel cord" on the back of the leg.
  3. Haglund's deformity. A bony enlargement at the back of the heel that manifests as a noticeable hard bump, also known as "pump bump" due to its association with women's footwear. Most cases respond to footwear changes, though surgical options for Haglund's deformity exist for persistent cases.
  4. Sever's disease. An injury to the growth plate of the heel, this condition exclusively affects children and adolescents, especially during the growth spurt years. It is common in young athletes and resolves once the growth plate closes.
  5. Retrocalcaneal bursitis. Inflammation of the small fluid-filled sac between the heel bone and the Achilles tendon, often occurring alongside Achilles problems.
  6. Heel stress fracture. A small crack in the heel bone from repetitive impact, more likely in runners, military recruits, and patients with reduced bone density. Pain is typically felt deep and worsens steadily with activity. See our foot fracture information.
  7. Nerve entrapment. Compression of nerves along the inside of the heel, which produces burning, tingling, or numbness rather than the sharp mechanical pain of plantar fasciitis.
  8. Fat pad atrophy. Thinning of the heel's natural cushion with age, causing a deep bruised ache directly under the center of the heel.

If you think that you are suffering from one of these conditions, please reach out to our office today. The sooner we can address these issues, the sooner we can get you back on your feet.

Heel Pain in Children

Heel pain in a growing child is treated as a distinct problem, not a smaller version of the adult condition. Sever's disease is by far the most common cause, typically appearing in active children between roughly eight and fourteen during periods of rapid growth, when the heel bone outpaces the Achilles tendon and the growth plate becomes irritated. It is not dangerous and does not cause lasting damage, but it can sideline a young athlete for weeks. Children rarely develop plantar fasciitis, so heel pain in a child should be evaluated rather than assumed. Our children's foot care program addresses these concerns specifically.

Plantar Fasciitis Explained

Plantar fasciitis accounts for the large majority of adult heel pain, so it deserves a closer look. The plantar fascia is a strong, fibrous band running from the heel bone forward to the base of the toes. It functions like a bowstring, supporting the arch and helping the foot convert from a flexible shock absorber at heel strike into a rigid lever at push-off. When repeated stress exceeds what the tissue can tolerate, tiny tears develop where the fascia attaches to the heel, and pain follows. Our blog explores the connection between heel pain and plantar fasciitis in more depth.

The Hallmark Symptom Pattern

  • Sharp, stabbing pain under the heel with the first steps in the morning
  • Pain that eases after several minutes of walking as the tissue warms up
  • Pain that returns after sitting, driving, or any prolonged period off your feet
  • Aching that worsens toward the end of a long day of standing
  • Tenderness when pressing on the inside front portion of the heel
  • Discomfort that is worse barefoot on hard floors and better in supportive shoes

Why It Hurts Worse at Night for Some Patients

Most plantar fasciitis is worst in the morning, but some patients experience pain that intensifies at night or interferes with sleep. This can reflect a more inflamed or degenerated fascia, an accompanying nerve component, or a different diagnosis altogether. Our discussion of nocturnal heel pain causes and solutions covers this pattern, and it is worth mentioning to your podiatrist, because it changes what we look for. The same is true of morning heel pain that is not improving after several weeks of self-care.

Weight, Activity, and the Plantar Fascia

The plantar fascia carries load proportional to body weight, and every pound is multiplied several times over at heel strike. This is why weight management contributes meaningfully to heel pain relief for many patients, and why heel pain frequently appears after a period of weight gain, a new job requiring standing, or a sudden jump in running mileage. None of these mean the condition is your fault. They simply identify the levers available to change the outcome.

Seasonal and Situational Triggers

Heel pain often flares in predictable circumstances. Switching from supportive winter boots to flat summer sandals removes arch support abruptly. Cold weather stiffens tissue and can make morning symptoms noticeably worse, a pattern our podiatrists address in winter heel pain. Holiday travel, home renovation projects, and the start of a sports season all involve sudden increases in time on your feet. Recognizing your own trigger helps prevent the next episode.

How We Diagnose Heel Pain

Because heel pain can be caused by so many different conditions, it is important to establish an accurate diagnosis before developing any treatment plan. We will ask you about your symptoms and medical history and perform a physical examination and any other diagnostic tests we feel are necessary to thoroughly understand your problem.

What We Ask About

The history often narrows the diagnosis before we touch your foot. We want to know exactly where it hurts, when it hurts most, whether it began gradually or after a specific event, what makes it better and worse, how long it has been going on, what you have already tried, what shoes you spend your day in, and whether anything changed in your work or activity level before it started. The morning-pain pattern, the location of tenderness, and the presence or absence of burning or numbness together point toward the answer in most cases.

Physical Examination

We palpate specific structures to localize the source, assess the flexibility of your calf and Achilles tendon, evaluate arch height and foot type, check circulation and nerve function, and look for swelling, warmth, or visible deformity. We also examine your shoes. Wear patterns on the soles reveal how you actually load your feet, which is information no measurement in the exam room provides.

Gait Analysis

Watching you walk shows how your foot functions under load. Overpronation, a stiff or restricted ankle, an early heel lift, and a limp adopted to protect the painful side all change the mechanical picture and influence which treatments will help. This assessment also determines whether custom orthotics are likely to be part of the answer.

Imaging and Additional Testing

Not every case of heel pain requires imaging. When it is warranted, weight-bearing X-rays let us evaluate bone alignment, identify heel spurs, and rule out fracture or arthritis. Ultrasound can measure the thickness of the plantar fascia and confirm degeneration. MRI is reserved for cases where the diagnosis remains unclear, where a stress fracture or soft tissue tear is suspected, or where symptoms have not responded to appropriate treatment. Occasionally blood work is appropriate when an inflammatory arthritis is suspected, particularly in a patient with heel pain in both feet without a mechanical explanation.

Treating Heel Pain

The good news is that surgical procedures are necessary only in a very small percentage of situations, typically when there is a significant structural problem with the bones of the feet. We offer a range of conservative treatments, from the tried-and-true standbys to advanced therapies, in order to relieve your pain and heal your heels without needing more invasive approaches. Our podiatrists describe our state-of-the-art heel pain treatment approach in more detail.

Components of Your Personalized Treatment Plan

  • RICE: Rest, ice, compression, and elevation to manage pain and swelling in the early phase
  • Footwear Changes: Switching to more comfortable and supportive shoes, and retiring worn-out athletic shoes
  • Stretching Exercises: Targeted calf and plantar fascia stretching, which is among the most effective single interventions available. See our home exercises and stretches for heel pain relief
  • Medications: Mostly over-the-counter anti-inflammatories, though we can provide corticosteroid injections when appropriate
  • Shoe Inserts: We generally start with an appropriate over-the-counter prefabricated insole. However, some people require custom orthotics built from a mold of their own foot
  • Night Splints: Holding the foot in gentle dorsiflexion overnight prevents the fascia from tightening, which reduces that first-step morning pain
  • Activity Modification: Temporarily substituting lower-impact activity while the tissue heals, without giving up fitness entirely
  • Taping and Padding: Short-term support that can confirm whether arch support will help before orthotics are ordered

Why Stretching Matters More Than Most Patients Expect

Tight calf muscles are among the strongest contributors to plantar fasciitis, because a restricted ankle forces the arch to absorb motion the ankle should have provided. Consistent daily stretching of the calf and the plantar fascia itself changes the mechanics that caused the problem, which is why it outperforms rest alone in the long run. The catch is consistency. A stretching program performed occasionally produces little; performed daily for several weeks, it produces a great deal. We will show you exactly how to do it and how often.

Staying Active While You Heal

Most patients do not need to stop exercising, but they do need to change what they are doing. Our guidance on how to exercise with heel pain without making it worse covers safe substitutions, and our tips on preventing heel pain during exercise help you return to full activity without a relapse.

Give the Plan Time Before Judging It: Heel pain treatment works gradually. Most patients notice meaningful improvement in four to six weeks of consistent effort, not in four to six days. Abandoning a plan after a week and moving to the next remedy is the single most common reason heel pain drags on for months. If something is not working after a fair trial, tell us and we will change it.

Advanced Heel Pain Therapies

If more traditional conservative treatments have not sufficiently reduced your pain, we may recommend advanced therapies to trigger faster natural tissue repair. These options are particularly useful for chronic heel pain, where the tissue has become degenerated rather than simply inflamed and where anti-inflammatory approaches alone have limited effect. Our overview of innovative heel pain treatments in Burley and Twin Falls covers what is available locally.

MLS Laser Therapy

MLS laser therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to reduce inflammation, decrease pain, and stimulate cellular repair in the affected tissue. Sessions are brief, comfortable, and require no downtime, and treatment is typically delivered over a series of visits. It is a strong option for patients who want to avoid injections or who have not responded to stretching and orthotics. Our comparison of laser versus traditional plantar fasciitis treatment options explains where each fits, and MLS laser treatment is used across a range of foot conditions.

Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy delivers acoustic pressure waves to the affected tissue, prompting an increase in local blood flow and a renewed healing response in tissue that has stalled in a chronic degenerative state. It is most often considered for plantar fasciitis that has persisted for many months despite good conservative care.

Amniotic Tissue and PRP Injection Therapy

Regenerative injections introduce growth factors directly into the damaged tissue to promote repair rather than simply suppressing inflammation. Amniotic tissue injection therapy and PRP treatment both take this approach. They are typically reserved for chronic cases and, unlike corticosteroid injections, aim to improve the quality of the tissue rather than temporarily quiet the symptoms.

A Note on Cortisone Injections

Corticosteroid injections can provide meaningful short-term relief and have a legitimate place in treatment, particularly when pain is severe enough to prevent a patient from performing the stretching and activity that will actually resolve the problem. They are best used as a bridge rather than a solution. Repeated injections into the same area can weaken the plantar fascia and thin the protective fat pad, so we use them deliberately and in limited numbers.

When Surgery Is Considered

Surgery for heel pain is uncommon and is reserved for cases that have failed an extended, well-executed course of conservative treatment, usually six to twelve months, or where a clear structural problem such as a significant Haglund's deformity or an Achilles tendon tear requires correction. When it is appropriate, many procedures can be performed through minimal incision techniques that reduce recovery time. Our podiatrists also address whether laser therapy can help patients avoid foot surgery altogether.

Heel Pain Recovery Timeline

Patients want to know how long this will take, and the honest answer depends heavily on how long the pain has been present before treatment starts. Our discussion of heel pain duration and the factors affecting recovery time covers this in detail, but the general pattern is consistent.

Weeks 1 to 2

  • Pain begins to feel more manageable as inflammation settles with ice, activity modification, and supportive footwear
  • Morning pain is often the last symptom to improve and may still be present
  • Stretching begins and should be performed daily, not occasionally
  • Prefabricated inserts or taping provide interim arch support

Weeks 3 to 6

  • Most patients notice clear improvement in daily pain levels by this point
  • Custom orthotics, if prescribed, typically arrive and begin their break-in period
  • Gradual return to more activity as tolerated, guided by symptom response
  • If there has been little change by week six, we reassess the diagnosis and consider advanced therapies

Months 2 to 6

  • The majority of plantar fasciitis cases resolve substantially in this window
  • Return to running and higher-impact sport is phased in rather than resumed all at once
  • Advanced therapies such as laser, shockwave, or regenerative injections are introduced for cases that have plateaued
  • Stretching and orthotic use continue even after pain resolves, to prevent recurrence

Beyond Six Months

A small number of patients have pain persisting past six to twelve months despite consistent treatment. At that stage we revisit the diagnosis carefully, because prolonged non-response sometimes means the original diagnosis was incomplete. A stress fracture, nerve entrapment, or systemic inflammatory condition can masquerade as stubborn plantar fasciitis. If the diagnosis holds and conservative care has genuinely been exhausted, surgical options are discussed at that point.

What Slows Recovery Down

  • Waiting months before seeking care, allowing inflammation to progress to tissue degeneration
  • Stretching inconsistently or stopping as soon as pain improves
  • Returning to full activity too quickly after feeling better
  • Continuing to go barefoot on hard floors at home
  • Wearing unsupportive shoes for work or daily wear
  • Cycling through remedies without giving any of them a fair trial

Preventing Heel Pain

Once heel pain resolves, keeping it away is largely a matter of maintaining the things that fixed it. Recurrence is common in patients who stop stretching and return to unsupportive footwear as soon as they feel better.

  • Keep Stretching: A few minutes of daily calf and plantar fascia stretching is the single most effective preventive habit
  • Wear Supportive Shoes: Including at home. Shoe choices meaningfully affect heel pain, and hard floors barefoot are a common trigger
  • Replace Athletic Shoes on Schedule: Running shoes lose support long before they look worn out, typically between 300 and 500 miles
  • Increase Activity Gradually: Avoid jumping mileage, intensity, or standing hours abruptly
  • Continue Using Orthotics: If orthotics were part of what resolved your pain, they remain part of what keeps it away
  • Maintain a Healthy Weight: Every pound is amplified several times over at heel strike
  • Warm Up Before Activity: Particularly in cold weather, when tissue is stiffer
  • Address New Pain Early: Two weeks of symptoms is the point at which an evaluation saves you months

Frequently Asked Questions About Heel Pain

Why does my heel hurt most in the morning?

Sharp heel pain with your first steps in the morning is the classic sign of plantar fasciitis. While you sleep, the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue running along the bottom of your foot, tightens and the small tears in it begin to knit together. When you stand up, your body weight suddenly stretches that tissue and re-tears it, producing a stabbing pain under the heel. The pain typically eases after a few minutes of walking as the tissue warms and loosens, then returns after any long period of sitting. This morning-pain pattern is so characteristic that it is often enough on its own to point us toward the diagnosis.

What is plantar fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is inflammation and micro-tearing of the plantar fascia, a strong band of tissue that runs from the heel bone to the toes and supports the arch of the foot. It is the most common cause of heel pain in adults. The condition develops when repeated stress overloads the fascia, usually where it attaches to the heel bone. Contributing factors include occupations that require prolonged standing, running and sports, unsupportive footwear, flat feet or high arches, tight calf muscles, and increases in weight or activity level. Despite the name, chronic cases involve tissue degeneration more than active inflammation, which is why treatment focuses on reducing strain and stimulating repair.

How long does heel pain take to go away?

Most patients with plantar fasciitis improve substantially within six weeks to three months of starting consistent treatment, and the majority resolve fully within six to twelve months. Heel pain caught early, within the first few weeks of symptoms, often responds within a matter of weeks. Pain that has been present for many months typically takes longer because the tissue has begun to degenerate rather than simply become inflamed. Recovery time depends on how long you waited before seeking care, how consistently you follow the stretching and footwear plan, your body weight, and the demands of your job. Skipping treatment does not shorten the timeline, it lengthens it.

Do heel spurs cause heel pain?

Usually not. Heel spurs are bony deposits that can develop over time at the point where the plantar fascia attaches to the heel bone, often as a consequence of long-standing plantar fasciitis rather than a cause of it. Many people have heel spurs visible on X-ray and no pain whatsoever, while many people with severe heel pain have no spur at all. The spur is generally a marker of chronic tension on the fascia, not the source of the symptoms. In most cases the spur causes no problems once the plantar fasciitis is treated, which is why removing the spur is rarely the goal of treatment.

Should I see a podiatrist for heel pain or will it go away on its own?

Minor aches that resolve with a few days of rest are common and usually not a concern. You should see a podiatrist if heel pain has persisted more than two weeks, is severe enough to change how you walk, returns every morning, is worsening over time, or is accompanied by swelling, numbness, redness, or an inability to bear weight. Early evaluation matters because heel pain has many possible causes that are treated differently, and because plantar fasciitis treated early resolves far faster than plantar fasciitis treated after months of compensating. Waiting rarely makes the problem simpler.

Can I keep exercising with heel pain?

In most cases you can stay active, but the type of activity usually needs to change while the tissue heals. High-impact activities such as running, jumping, and court sports repeatedly reload the injured tissue and tend to prolong recovery. Lower-impact alternatives such as cycling, swimming, elliptical training, and strength work generally allow you to maintain fitness without setting back healing. The right approach depends on your diagnosis and how irritable the tissue is, so we give each patient a specific plan rather than a blanket instruction to rest. Pain that increases during activity or lingers for hours afterward is a signal to scale back.

Will I need surgery for heel pain?

Almost certainly not. Surgical procedures are necessary in only a very small percentage of heel pain cases, typically when there is a significant structural problem with the bones of the foot or when a well-executed course of conservative treatment has genuinely failed over an extended period. The great majority of heel pain resolves with stretching, footwear changes, orthotics, activity modification, and where needed advanced therapies such as laser or regenerative injections. We exhaust conservative options first, and we will tell you honestly if we believe surgery has become the right choice for you.

Does insurance cover heel pain treatment?

Evaluation, diagnosis, X-rays, injections, and surgery for heel pain are covered by most major insurance plans, including Medicare, when medically necessary. Coverage for custom orthotics varies considerably by plan, and advanced therapies such as MLS laser and regenerative injection treatments are frequently not covered and may be offered on a self-pay basis. Our billing team verifies your specific benefits before treatment begins and explains any expected out-of-pocket cost in advance. We accept most major insurance plans at both our Twin Falls and Burley offices.

Twin Falls & Burley Heel Pain Treatment Locations

Twin Falls Heel Pain Center

Our Twin Falls location provides comprehensive heel pain diagnosis and treatment for patients throughout south-central Idaho.

  • Address: 2190 Village Park Ave Ste 100, Twin Falls, ID 83301
  • Phone: (208) 733-0436
  • Fax: (208) 733-0438
  • Services: Heel pain evaluation, digital X-ray, custom orthotics, injections, MLS laser therapy, regenerative injection therapy, and surgical care when needed
  • Advanced Technology: Digital weight-bearing X-ray imaging and MLS laser therapy on site
  • Parking: Convenient on-site parking with accessible entrances

Burley Heel Pain Center

Our Burley location serves patients in Burley, Cassia County, and surrounding communities with expert heel pain care.

  • Address: 382 Overland Ave, Burley, ID 83318
  • Phone: (208) 678-2727
  • Fax: (208) 678-1477
  • Services: Plantar fasciitis and heel pain diagnosis, custom orthotics, conservative treatment programs, advanced therapies, and sports injury care
  • Specialized Care: Pediatric heel pain including Sever's disease, and heel pain in patients with diabetes
  • Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible facility with patient-friendly environment

Areas We Serve

Canyon Foot & Ankle Specialists proudly provides heel pain treatment to patients throughout Southern Idaho including:

  • Twin Falls, Idaho and surrounding communities
  • Burley, Idaho and Cassia County residents
  • Jerome, Idaho families and athletes
  • Kimberly, Idaho residents seeking heel pain relief
  • Heyburn, Rupert, Paul, Declo, and other Magic Valley communities

Schedule Your Heel Pain Consultation

Heel pain is very treatable, and it should not keep you from living life to the fullest. Whether you are dealing with that sharp first-step pain every morning, an ache that builds through a long day on your feet, a child whose heel pain is keeping them off the field, or pain that has stubbornly refused to resolve for months, our Twin Falls and Burley podiatrists can identify what is actually causing it and build a plan to fix it.

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Twin Falls: (208) 733-0436

Burley: (208) 678-2727

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What to Expect at Your Heel Pain Consultation

  • Comprehensive foot and ankle examination by a board-certified podiatrist
  • Detailed history of your symptoms, activities, footwear, and what you have already tried
  • Gait analysis to evaluate how your foot functions under load
  • Weight-bearing X-rays when imaging is appropriate for your case
  • A specific diagnosis rather than a general label of heel pain
  • A personalized treatment plan with a realistic timeline
  • Hands-on instruction in the stretches that will do the most for your condition
  • Insurance verification and clear information about any expected cost

What to Bring to Your Appointment

  • List of current medications and supplements you take
  • Insurance card and photo identification for verification
  • The shoes you wear most, including work shoes and athletic shoes
  • Any inserts, orthotics, or night splints you currently use
  • Notes on when the pain started, what makes it better and worse, and what you have already tried
  • Any previous X-rays or records related to your feet

Do Not Wait It Out: Heel pain that has lasted more than two weeks is unlikely to resolve on its own, and the longer it continues the longer treatment takes. Contact our Twin Falls or Burley office to schedule an evaluation, and let's find out exactly what is going on before it becomes a months-long problem.

Committed to Your Foot Health: Canyon Foot & Ankle Specialists has been serving families throughout Twin Falls, Burley, and south-central Idaho with expert podiatric care and advanced treatment technology. Our board-certified podiatristsDr. Cory Pilling, Dr. Jason DeVries, and Dr. Jasen Chandler—combine clinical expertise with the latest treatment options to relieve heel pain and keep you moving comfortably for the long term.