That kind of heel pain after rest is very familiar to many people with psoriasis — and there's actually a name for it. It could be related to psoriatic arthritis (PsA), which can cause heel pain that's worse after periods of inactivity, like sleeping or sitting.
Two common culprits are:
- Plantar fasciitis — inflammation of Show Full Answer
That kind of heel pain after rest is very familiar to many people with psoriasis — and there's actually a name for it. It could be related to psoriatic arthritis (PsA), which can cause heel pain that's worse after periods of inactivity, like sleeping or sitting.
Two common culprits are:
- Plantar fasciitis — inflammation of the ligament running along the bottom of the foot
- Achilles tendinitis — inflammation at the back of the heel where the tendon meets the bone
Both fall under a broader term called enthesitis, which is inflammation where tendons and ligaments connect to bone — a hallmark of PsA. The fact that it's only in the left foot actually fits the pattern — PsA often affects just one side of the body, unlike some other forms of arthritis.
Many MyPsoriasisTeam members describe that stiffness and pain tend to ease up once they start moving around. If it's taking 30 minutes or more to loosen up, that's worth mentioning to a doctor.
It's a good idea to bring this up with a rheumatologist or podiatrist, who can help figure out what's going on and suggest the right treatment plan.
October 14
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