Subcutaneous calcaneal bursa. Subcutaneous means under the skin, so this type of bursitis happens between the skin at your heel and your Achilles tendon. It’s also called posterior Achilles ...

Similarly, exercising in improper or poorly fitting shoes can also inflame the bursa. People who already have retrocalcaneal bursitis will see worsened symptoms if they continue to wear heels or ...

Medically reviewed by Amy Kwan, PT The most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis, but Achilles tendonitis, Sever disease, and bursitis are also frequent reasons for heel discomfort ...