Why does your heel hurt when you’re pregnant?

The causes of heel pain in pregnancy include weight gain, calcium deficiency, plantar inflammation, etc. You should consult a doctor in time to clarify the cause of the disease and then carry out targeted treatment. 1. Weight gain: weight gain during pregnancy leads to increased load bearing on the joints of the lower limbs, and when standing for a long time, pain is easily seen in the heels and soles of the feet, etc. Attention should be paid to weight control during pregnancy, so as not to increase the weight too much, and you can usually do appropriate exercises, such as walking, yoga, etc., and you should also avoid standing for a long time. 2. Calcium deficiency: in late pregnancy, if the pregnant woman herself is not enough nutrition, calcium is not enough, when the fetus absorbs the calcium in the pregnant woman’s body, it will lead to the pregnant woman’s blood calcium slowly in the lack of state, resulting in osteoporosis, when standing, the weight of the pregnant woman’s body is borne by the heel, which will lead to heel pain, it is recommended to pay attention to rest, avoid standing for a long period of time, and pay attention to the calcium supplementation prescribed by the doctor. 3. Plantar inflammation: when pregnant women are cold, tired or overactive, it can lead to aseptic inflammation of tendons, ligaments and plantar tendon membranes, which can lead to heel pain, so they should wear good socks, keep their feet warm and pay attention to rest, and it is not recommended to control the inflammation with medication. If pregnant women with recurrent heel pain, rest, warmth and other general treatment has not been relieved, it is recommended to consult a doctor, the use of drugs need to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions, not blindly use drugs.