Tumors of the heel.

We have attempted to show a correlation between heel pain and tumors and tumor-like conditions. The anatomy and size of the calcaneus predisposes it to increased incidence of trauma. Furthermore, the increased vascularity of the heel versus other areas of the foot may contribute to a higher incidence of both local and metastatic tumors. Most tumors and tumor-like conditions initially present with pain as the patient's primary complaint. Therefore, any complaint of heel pain must be thoroughly evaluated and treated. Accordingly, when biopsy or excision is necessary, the surgeon must plan his approach while considering the unique position and anatomic properties of the calcaneus.