Pain that comes from behind or beneath the heel is more likely to be a case of Achilles tendonitis. There are other causes, and location (pain on the side of the heel, for example) is a clue when ...

Gently push the toes toward the heel and hold for 3–5 minutes ... However, if the pain does not go away after a few days, is severe, or frequently comes back, a person should consult a doctor.

If your first steps in the morning cause a stabbing pain in your heel, you may have plantar fasciitis. Plantar fascia affects the tissue that connects your heel to your toes. Like other tendon ...