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• posted: Jan. 29, 2026
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Care,  Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain

At Kansas City Foot and Ankle and the Heel Pain Center of Kansas City in Lee’s Summit and Kansas City, MO, heel discomfort is one of the most common concerns Read More

• posted: Jun. 10, 2025
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Care,  Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain,  Summer Sandals

When the weather heats up, it’s tempting to toss your supportive shoes aside and slip into easy summer sandals. But if you’ve ever ended a sunny day with aching heels, Read More

• posted: Apr. 15, 2025
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain

Heel pain is one of the most common foot complaints, affecting people of all ages. Whether you’re an athlete, a parent running after toddlers, or someone who spends long hours Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2025
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Care,  Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain

Heel pain is a common issue affecting people of all ages, often disrupting daily activities and quality of life. It typically arises from repetitive strain, poor footwear, sudden trauma, or Read More

• posted: Dec. 30, 2024
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain

Heel pain is a common discomfort that affects many people, and it can range from a mild irritation to a severe hindrance to daily activities. Whether from standing for long Read More

• posted: Oct. 18, 2024
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions,  heel pain
• Heel Pain

If Heel Pain Is Keeping You from Your Daily Activities, Find Out What You Can Do Whether you are an avid runner or enjoy going to the gym occasionally, it can Read More

• posted: Sep. 20, 2024
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions,  heel pain
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is painful when the plantar fascia at the bottom of your feet becomes irritated and inflamed. There are several common misconceptions about plantar fasciitis, and it's beneficial to Read More

• posted: Mar. 14, 2024
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

If you are experiencing stabbing, aching heel pain on the side of your foot, or running across your heel, you could have a very common condition known as plantar fasciitis. Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2024
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Care,  Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain

Your heels are nature’s shock absorbers, providing a cushion for standing, walking, and running. If you’ve ever experienced heel pain, you already know how it can impact your life. The Read More

• posted: Jul. 17, 2023
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain

When you’re dealing with an issue like heel pain, this could be caused by a variety of issues. Each issue has different specific causes and symptoms and it’s important that Read More

• posted: Mar. 22, 2023
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions,  heel pain
• Heel Pain

Heel pain occurs when the tissues and structures of the heel become inflamed or damaged. The most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis, which is inflammation of the Read More

• posted: Feb. 13, 2023
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Care,  Foot Conditions,  heel pain,  Podiatry
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

Dealing with heel pain can be irritating and you might find that you’re unable to participate in some of your favorite activities. Heel pain can be caused by numerous issues, Read More

• posted: Dec. 13, 2022
• Jeff Slutsky
• achilles tendonitis,  Ankles,  Foot Care,  foot doctor,  foot pain,  heel pain,  podiatrist
• Heel Pain,  Custom Orthotics,  Kansas City Magazine,  Healthcare

The Kansas City Foot and Ankle podiatrists will be profiled in an upcoming edition of Kansas City Magazine under the section of Podiatric Medicine & Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery.  Read More

• posted: Nov. 01, 2022
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions,  foot injury,  foot pain,  heel pain,  Podiatry
• Heel Pain,  Plantar fasciitis

Heel pain is one of the most common problems your podiatrist treats. If you are suffering from heel pain, the pain can make it difficult to enjoy an active life. Read More

• posted: Sep. 08, 2022
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions
• Heel Pain

If you overuse or injure your heel, you may experience heel pain. This can range from mild to debilitating. To avoid heel pain in North Kansas City, Downtown Kansas City, Read More

• posted: May 19, 2022
• Kansas City Foot & Ankle
• Foot Conditions
• Podiatrist,  Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

Are you dealing with a nasty case of plantar fasciitis? Heel pain is a frustrating little problem, especially if you are someone who values their morning run or daily exercise routine. Read More