Heel pain with lupus is actually very common — so you're definitely not alone in dealing with this! Research shows that 77 percent of people with lupus experience foot pain at some point, and the heel and ankle are the most frequently affected areas.
MyLupusTeam members describe some pretty vivid experiences with foot pain:
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Heel pain with lupus is actually very common — so you're definitely not alone in dealing with this! Research shows that 77 percent of people with lupus experience foot pain at some point, and the heel and ankle are the most frequently affected areas.
MyLupusTeam members describe some pretty vivid experiences with foot pain:
- "My feet feel like I'm walking on glass whenever I walk."
- "My feet hurt, especially after I have been on my feet and rest for a bit. I get up and can barely walk."
- "The burning and pain I experience is horrible." The main cause of foot and heel pain in lupus is arthritis, which affects about 95 percent of people with lupus at some point. It tends to impact the small joints in the feet, hands, and wrists.
It's still really important to mention the heel pain to a doctor. They can identify the exact cause and suggest treatments, which may include:
- Anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs)
- Lupus medications
- Antimalarial medicines
- Compression socks for swelling
- A referral to a podiatrist (foot specialist)
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