Heel numbness may be caused by lumbar disc herniation, peripheral neuropathy and other reasons.
1. Herniated lumbar intervertebral discs: mostly caused by degeneration of intervertebral discs, prolonged weight-bearing and trauma, etc. Herniated lumbar intervertebral discs can irritate and compress the peripheral nerve roots and spinal cord, and thus patients may experience numbness in their heels.
2. Peripheral neuropathy: Peripheral neuropathy caused by various reasons, such as diabetes, alcoholism, etc., can appear in the local nerve distribution range or numbness and weakness of the end of the limbs, so it can be manifested as numbness in the heel area.
If the patient has numbness in the heel, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time for examination and treatment under the guidance of a doctor after a clear diagnosis.