What Is Causing My Heel Pain? A Podiatrist Explains the Most Common Reasons
Blog Heel pain has to be the most common foot complaint we see in our clinic, and it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Most people assume: “It’s plantar fasciitis.” “It’s just a heel spur.” “I walked too much.” “It will go away.” “I need to do more calf stretches” Sometimes that’s true. Often, it’s more […]
Is it a Bunion, Gout, or Sesamoiditis? Know Your Big Toe Pain
Blog It often begins with uncertainty. Your big toe is swollen, red, and uncomfortably tender, yet you can’t tell whether this is something inflammatory, structural, or simply the result of overuse. The pain might have arrived overnight and jolted you awake. Or it might have built gradually over a period of time until your usual […]
Plantar Fasciitis vs Heel Spur: What’s Actually Causing Your Heel Pain?
Blog If you’ve had an X-ray for heel pain, there’s a good chance you’ve been told you have a “heel spur”. For many people, that sounds alarming and drives anxiety. It’s common for patients to start assuming:“The spur must be causing the pain.”“Do I need surgery to remove it?” In reality, and from what we have seen in […]
Why Custom Insoles Offer Better Support Than Retail Ones
Blog Spending time outdoors as you walk through Singapore’s community parks or nature trails is a wonderful way to stay active while burning off those extra calories from the recent Chinese New Year feasting. However, the simple joy of these outings often depends on whether your foundation can handle the distance without protest. Many tend […]
Common Football Injuries Your Podiatrist Can Help With
Blog With the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicking off on 11 June, football season tends to entice recreational players back onto the pitch. Major tournaments often reignite the urge to play, as weekend sessions become more frequent and players push themselves harder than usual while trying to match the pace and intensity they see on […]
Why Stretching Doesn’t Always Fix Plantar Fasciitis
Blog Stretching is probably the first thing most people try when they develop heel pain. Calf stretches.Rolling the foot on a bottle or a massage ball.Pulling the toes back. If you’ve been told you have plantar fasciitis, stretching is almost always part of the advice. Your physiotherapist will say this, your personal trainer […]
Morning Heel Pain vs Walking Pain — What It Tells Us
Blog Heel pain doesn’t always behave the same way. Some people feel it most first thing in the morning.Others notice it during or after walking.Some feel both, but at different times. Understanding when your heel hurts can reveal a lot about why it hurts. Why timing matters more than intensity Many patients focus on how painful their […]
Managing Gout During the Chinese New Year Feasts
Blog Sure, everyone is currently preoccupied with the spirited energy and legendary vitality of the Fire Horse year, but for some, the only fire on the horizon is the looming threat of a burning sensation in a swollen big toe. After surviving the calendar year end gauntlet of heavy roasts and celebratory drinks, diving straight […]
Is It Normal for Foot Pain to Feel Worse After Rest?
Blog One of the most confusing things about foot pain is this: You rest.You stay off your feet.You finally start feeling a bit better.Then you stand up, and the pain hits again. If this sounds like the story of your life, you’re not the only one we know. Many patients tell us: “It actually feels worse after sitting […]
Why Heel Pain Is Often Misunderstood
Blog Heel pain is one of the most common reasons people seek foot care, and also one of the most misunderstood or misdiagnosed. Many people assume heel pain is straightforward: “It’s probably plantar fasciitis.”“I just need better and more cushioning shoes.”“It will settle if I rest long enough.” In reality, as we see in our clinic, heel pain […]
Why Heel Pain Doesn’t Always Go Away on Its Own
Blog If you’re dealing with heel pain, chances are you’ve already tried the “usual advice” you found online: Rest a bit.Stretch your calves.Change your shoes.Maybe roll your foot on a frozen bottle.And the best one yet: your heel pain will go away on its own. And yet, for weeks or even months later, the pain is still […]
International Podiatry Day: Why Your Feet Deserve a Check-Up
Blog In Singapore, work-life balance is a frequent concern that many people often complain about. Many argue that our working hours are long, and days are stressful. Long working hours also mean you’ve been on your feet most of the day, rushing from one meeting to another, commuting to and fro work, and maybe squeezing […]
