Heel Pain / Plantar Fasciitis Heel Pain / Plantar Fasciitis An inflammation of a thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes.Usually self-treatableUsually self-diagnosableLab tests or imaging rarely requiredSymptoms include stabbing pain near the heel. Pain might be worse in the morning and with prolonged standing, running or jumping.Treatments include physiotherapy, stretching exercises, shoe inserts, pain relievers. Book Online