Plantar Fasciitis

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A common complaint of patients with plantar fasciitis is heel or arch pain. It can cause extreme pain when standing or walking. It is often worse in the mornings or when moving from a seated position or non-weight-bearing position.

Frequently asked questions

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar Fasciitis affects 10% of the population and is more common in women than men.  The most common symptom of this condition is pain in your heel.  Early in its progression, you will feel this early in the morning, however it can progress and cause pain all day. 

At Advanced Physical Medicine & Therapy, our staff of providers is well equipped and trained in finding the root cause of your condition. Once an accurate diagnosis is established specific treatment protocols are applied to achieve the quickest positive results.

What Are The Causes of Plantar Fasciitis?

Causes and risk factors included with plantar fasciitis are as follows:

  • problems with arches
  • obesity or sudden weight gain
  • pounding from long distance running particularly on uneven surfaces
  • tight muscles in the calf
  • arthritis
  • wearing high heels or shoes without proper support

What Are Common Treatments for Plantar Fasciitis?

If you do have plantar fasciitis, conservative medicine provides the most effective treatment to quickly reduce pain. Custom made orthotics and better footwear is the first line of defense for both the treatments and prevention of plantar fasciitis. They will help provide adequate support for the musculature of the foot. Chiropractic manipulation of the joints of the foot and ankle can also provide relief for those suffering from heel pain. Other therapies may also be prescribed including myofascial release, laser and pulsewave therapies.  

 

What Can You Do to Prevent Plantar Fasciitis?

As with all conditions, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Plantar fasciitis is caused and exacerbated by many factors. To minimize your risk of plantar fasciitis try to not walk in bare or stocking feet on hard surfaces. The quality of your foot wear is also important. Choose high quality footwear made of shock absorbing material in the sole of the shoe. Stretch the lower leg and foot musculature using the following two stretches–the Plantar fascia stretch and the gastrocnemius stretch (see below). 

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