
Why Does My Heel Hurt?
Heel pain interferes with walking, running, and even standing. The pain may be under the heel, just behind it, or on the side. Understanding why you have heel pain is the first step in finding relief.
Sireesha Battula, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon at Bay Area Foot and Ankle Center providing the highest quality care and advanced treatments for men, women, and teens living in Albany, California and the greater Berkeley and El Cerrito area.
Dr. Battula studied for her medical degree at the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California, graduating in 2004. Her 16 years of experience have given Dr. Battula the skills and knowledge to provide superior service to patients who have foot or ankle problems.
At her practice, Bay Area Foot and Ankle Center, Dr. Battula delivers conservative medical care for a comprehensive range of foot and ankle conditions. She has specialist expertise in treating complex disorders and injuries like gait abnormalities, complex fractures, and diabetic foot problems, as well as the more common conditions like hammertoe, bunions, and toenail fungus, as well as heel pain from plantar fasciitis.
For expert podiatric care, contact Bay Area Foot and Ankle Center today. You can call to schedule an appointment or use the online tool.
Introducing Dr. Sireesha Battula
Bay Area Foot and Ankle Center is led by Board Certified Podiatrist Sireesha Battula, DPM. She specializes in both foot and ankle surgery.
We accept all private insurances. For any coverage-related questions, please call the practice today.
Heel pain interferes with walking, running, and even standing. The pain may be under the heel, just behind it, or on the side. Understanding why you have heel pain is the first step in finding relief.
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