Heel Pain Explained: Is It Plantar Fasciitis or Arthritis?

Heel Pain Explained: Is It Plantar Fasciitis or Arthritis? #heelpain #plantarfasciitis #arthritis Do you have heel pain when getting out of bed in the morning or after periods of rest? In this video, consultant rheumatologist Dr Naveen Bhadauria explains **the common causes of heel pain, the difference between plantar fasciitis and inflammatory arthritis, and when heel pain may suggest autoimmune disease**. 📍 If you are concerned about your symptoms or would like a specialist opinion, you can book a consultation here: https://purerheumatologylondon.co.uk/ In this video, you will learn: What causes heel pain What plantar fasciitis is Why heel pain is worse in the morning The difference between inflammatory and mechanical heel pain What enthesitis means How psoriatic arthritis affects the heel How ankylosing spondylitis can cause heel pain When heel pain may suggest autoimmune disease Common treatments for plantar fasciitis and inflammatory heel pain You will learn why heel pain is not always simply plantar fasciitis. The video explains how inflammatory arthritis, tendon inflammation, enthesitis, Achilles tendinopathy, bursitis, gout, and autoimmune disease can all affect the heel differently. Many people dismiss heel pain as overuse or ageing, but persistent heel pain associated with morning stiffness, fatigue, back pain, psoriasis, or swelling may require further assessment, particularly when inflammatory arthritis is a possibility. We see patients across London, including: HCA UK The Shard (London Bridge) Welbeck London King’s Oak Hospital (Enfield) Spire London East 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 our 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬.    / @pure-rheumatology-london   🔗 Stay Connected With Us. Instagram:   / pure_rheumatology_london   Facebook:   / pure-rheumatology-london-61555212661038   Website: https://purerheumatologylondon.co.uk/ 📩 For business inquiries: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace a medical consultation. If you have concerns about your health, please seek professional medical advice. #heelpain #plantarfasciitis #arthritis #ankylosingspondylitis #psoriaticarthritis #enthesitis #footpain #autoimmune #rheumatologist #rheumatologistlondon #healthtips Heel Pain Explained: Is It Plantar Fasciitis or Arthritis?