Numb heel problem

[Teddyman5]

When I stretch out my leg and pull my toes towards me I get a burning sensation at the rear of my heel . This has gone on for a few weeks. Now though, the rear of my heel is quite numb. No pain elsewhere. Any thoughts as to condition and treatment?

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[Dr Damien]

dear teddyman 5

it sounds like a case of plantar fascitis, that manovre you described sounds like one of the clinical tests...how does it feel in the morning or at night? other causes may be a neurological problem...tell us more

cheers

[Teddyman5]

Its the same all the time, no pain except when leg fully extednded and bring my toes up. Do a fair bit of walking and feel no pain then. Why would it be numb? Don't see that on the symptoms of Fasciitis.

[Teddyman5]

Is it ok to do the recommended exercises for fasciitis even though the back of my heel will hurt whilst doing them? If so, then is it a case of doing them as often as you can through the day or just the once or twice that is stated?

[Dr Damien]

dear teddyman 5

if its showing neurological signs, ie numbness and you arent having any diurnal symptoms then its probably not plantar fascitis, best to have a look at the nerves ....
dont exercise until you sure what it is...if its a nerve issue, plantar fascitis exercises will probably make it worse....

besides id be careful of exercises i get off the internet without directions from a professional...

best of luck