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# Heel Fracture

# Severe Heel Pain on Bottom or Back of Heel

## What could be my problem?

A heel fracture, or a calcaneus fracture, is a break of the calcaneus or heel bone typically occurring as a result of a high-impact injury from a fall, car accident or sports injury. Pain, bruising, or swelling of the heel and trouble walking are major symptoms.

## What causes a heel fracture?

- Fall from a height
- Twisting injury to the ankle
- Motor vehicle collision

## If I think I have a heel fracture, when should I see a foot doctor?:

If you suspect you have a heel fracture, stop your activity and do not apply pressure to the injured heel. Apply an ice pack and call a foot specialist for a diagnosis. If the heel fracture is caught early, long-term complications, such as pain, swelling, loss of motion and arthritis may be avoided. Heel fracture symptoms include:

- Pain in foot or heel
- Bruising in foot or heel
- Swelling in foot or heel
- Heel deformity
- Inability to put weight on the heel or walk normally

## What are my treatment options for a heel fracture?

### Non-Surgical Treatment Options:

May be recommended if the pieces of the broken heel bone have not been displaced by the force of the injury.

- Cast, splint or brace to hold the bones in proper position while they heal
- Crutches, non-weight bearing on the injured foot.
- Physical therapy to improve range of motion in foot and ankle and strengthen supporting muscles.

### Surgical Treatment Options:

If the bones have shifted out of place (displaced) surgery may be required.

- **Percutaneous Screw Fixation  
  **If the bone pieces are large, they can sometimes be moved back into place by a foot surgeon without making a large incision.  Special screws are inserted through small incisions to hold the fracture together.
- **Open Reduction and Internal Fixation  
  **An open incision is made to reposition (reduce) the bones into their normal alignment. They are held together with wires or metal plates and screws.
- **[Personalized Medicine Pain Management](https://www.texasfootsurgeons.com/specialities/chronic-foot-pain-treatment?hsLang=en)**  
  Medications are often prescribed for short-term pain relief after surgery to help you recover faster.  Many types of medications are available to help manage pain including opioids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and local anesthetics.

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