6. Visit A Podiatrist
Podiatrists are specialist doctors trained in dealing with issues affecting the foot. These professionals deal with diagnosing and treating structural disorders and infections. If you notice a pain starting to occur in your heel, then its best to book an appointment with your podiatrist as soon as possible. Visiting your general practitioner is a waste of time – they will refer you to a podiatrist.
Your podiatrist evaluates your condition based on your past medical history, state of health, age, gender, and body weight. For those younger athletes or people experiencing the onset of bone spurs, the podiatrist uses instrumentation to analyze your running or walking technique on a treadmill. The data shows them what structural issues you’re facing, and the doctor then customizes a rehabilitation and treatment plan to suit your specific individual needs.
A runner needs to develop a working relationship with their podiatrist, and you may need to visit more than one specialist to find the right one for you.