heel pad

heel pad

an encapsulated body of fat beneath the plantar surface of the calcaneus, which cushions when bearing weight and walking.

heel pad

Orthopedics–foot Calcaneal fat pad A flat encapsulated disk of fat that lies below the plantar surface of the calcaneus, which acts as a cushion for ambulation; normally < 21 mm; enlarged in the obese, with steroids, or in acromegaly Orthotics A popular term for cushion placed inside athletic shoes for support to minimize the effects of high-impact sports

heel pad

(hēl pad) An encapsulated body of fat beneath the plantar surface of the calcaneus, which cushions during weight bearing and walking.