Alternative NamesPain - heelCommon CausesMost frequently heel pain is not the result of any single injury, such as a fall or twist, but rather the result of repetitive or excessive heel pounding.Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the thick connective tissue on the sole of your foot that attaches to your heel. The pain is usually felt at the bottom of your heel and is often worse in the morning because of stiffness that occurs overnight. The following increase your risk of developing this painful problem:Shoes with poor arch support or soft solesQuick turns that put stress on your footTight calf musclesRepetitive pounding on your feet from long-distance running, especially running downhill or on uneven surfacesPronation -- landing on the outside of your foot and rolling inward when walkin