Causes of a Bruised Heel Bone and How Its Treated

A bruised heel bone typically causes a sharp, sudden pain due to an impact trauma to the foot, such as a fall from a significant height or stepping on a stone.1 The heel bone (calcaneus) contusion also can occur due to a repetitive injury, like from running, and may be more likely due to factors such as a diabetes condition, obesity, or even the shoes you wear.