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Benjamin Podiatry, P.C.
1655 N. Gladstone Ave, Suite A
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 378-5800
Benjamin Podiatry, P.C.
1655 N. Gladstone Ave, Suite A
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 378-5800
Podiatrist
1655 N. Gladstone Ave, Suite A
Columbus, IN 47201
Dr. Benjamin treats foot and ankle problems such as heel pain, diabetic foot care, bunions and fractures in Columbus, IN and surrounding areas such as Edinburgh, Seymour, Franklin, North Vernon, Greensburg, Shelbyville, Brownstown, Greenwood, and Nashville.
1655 N. Gladstone Ave, Suite A
Columbus, IN 47201
Dr. Benjamin treats foot and ankle problems such as heel pain, diabetic foot care, bunions and fractures in Columbus, IN and surrounding areas such as Edinburgh, Seymour, Franklin, North Vernon, Greensburg, Shelbyville, Brownstown, Greenwood, and Nashville.
Podiatry Factoid
The strongest and largest tendon, the Achilles tendon connects muscles in the lower leg with the heel bone. Sports that tighten the calf muscles, such as basketball, running and high-jumping can overstress this tendon and cause a strain (Achilles tendinitis) or a rupture. A direct blow to the foot, ankle, or calf can also cause it.
The strongest and largest tendon, the Achilles tendon connects muscles in the lower leg with the heel bone. Sports that tighten the calf muscles, such as basketball, running and high-jumping can overstress this tendon and cause a strain (Achilles tendinitis) or a rupture. A direct blow to the foot, ankle, or calf can also cause it.
Haglund's Deformity (also known as "pump bump" or "retrocalcaneal bursitis") is a painful enlargement of the back of the heel bone that becomes irritated by shoes.
It normally appears as a red, painful, and swollen area in the back of the heel bone. Women tend to develop the condition more than men because of the irritation from rigid heel counters of shoes rubbing up and down on the back of the heel bone.
Changing shoes, soaking feet, and anti-inflammatory medications often mitigate the symptoms of this problem. Consult with your physician before taking any medications.
