What causes pain on the back of the heel?

My heel has been hurting badly at the back, especially when I take my first steps in the morning. Is anyone else facing this same issue? I am so worried that it might turn into a permanent problem and make walking difficult.

Pain at the back of the heel can be Achilles tendinitis, which can lead to a tear if you continue to put pressure on it. It is absolutely not worth taking a risk. Please go to an orthopaedic doctor and get it checked properly before doing any exercises.

That sounds like Achilles tendon strain, which takes a lot of time to heal. Make sure you rest it and see a doctor.

Bro, I got this super annoying back heel pain after wearing flat sneakers with no cushioning for a college fest. It literally felt like my tendon was snapping. I switched back to my sports shoes and rested for a week, and it went away.

This back-of-the-heel pain is very common, especially if you have recently increased your walking or changed your shoes. It is often Achilles tendinitis or a bone spur. Try applying ice pack compresses and doing very gentle calf stretches, but do consult a podiatrist if it doesn't improve.