Retrocalcaneal bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa at the back
of the heel bone. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a
cushion and a lubricant between tendons and muscles sliding over
bone. Repetitive or over use of the ankle, by doing excessive
walking, running, or jumping, can cause this bursa to become
irritated and inflamed. Symptoms of bursitis include pain in the
heel, especially with walking, running or when the area is touched.
Review Date: 10/31/2010
Reviewed By: C. Benjamin Ma, MD, Assistant Professor, Chief, Sports Medicine and
Shoulder Service, UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Also
reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
