Heel Pain
A Clear, Evidence-Based Guide to Heel PainHeel Pain Explained Clearly.
An evidence-based guide to understanding and recovering from plantar fasciitis.
- Written by UK Consultant Podiatric Surgeon
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Clear, practical, clinically grounded
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Designed for patients and clinicians
Rather than quick fixes or false promises, this book focuses on understanding load, tissue recovery, footwear, exercise, pacing, and knowing when further assessment may help.
It reflects the same conversations had every week in clinic with people struggling to recover from heel pain.
Plantar heel pain can be frustrating, persistent, and difficult to navigate.
This guide explains what plantar fasciitis is, why it develops, and how it usually resolves, using clear language grounded in real clinical practice.
It walks readers through diagnosis, self-care, exercise, footwear, pacing, and when further assessment may be helpful – without exaggeration or false promises. Designed to empower patients while remaining trusted by clinicians, this book offers practical clarity for anyone dealing with heel pain and looking for a calm, realistic path to recovery.
What This Book Covers
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What plantar fasciitis actually is
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Why it hurts most in the morning
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Footwear and load management explained
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Exercises that actually help
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When to seek further assessment
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How to reduce recurrence

Amanda Huke-Smith
Dance Specialist Physiotherapist
“A brilliantly accessible read that distils the author’s expert knowledge into clear, concise insights, delivering genuinely actionable takeaways on every page. Though written for a broad audience, Mr Kannegieter has the rare ability to make anyone with experience of heel pain feel personally seen, recognised, and understood. Readers are equipped not only with the tools and knowledge to confidently help themselves, but also with a practical understanding of when and who to ask for help. A reassuring, informative guide that leaves the reader feeling informed and empowered.”
