Plantar Fasciitis Brompton
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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Brompton
A frequent cause of heel pain, plantar fasciitis is linked to running and excess weight, though it can impact people with various activity levels.
At SA Running Injury Clinic, we treat many individuals from Brompton with plantar fasciitis across our Eastwood and North Adelaide locations.
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting the heel bone to the toes. Inflammation of this tissue, causing pain, is known as plantar fasciitis.
What are the Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis?
The most common symptoms of plantar fasciitis include:
- Sharp foot pain, especially with the initial steps in the morning.
- Soreness on the bottom of your foot.
- Persistent heel pain during daily activities.
- You may experience more pain after physical activity.
- Pain that intensifies when flexing your foot and eases when pointing your toes downward.
Causes of Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain
When the plantar fascia becomes inflamed, it leads to plantar fasciitis. This inflammation can result from:
- Overusing your feet
- Stress on the heel bone from physical activities like running, dancing, and aerobics may result in plantar fasciitis.
- Overstretching
- A high arch in your foot
- Low arches
- Pregnancy
- Being middle aged or older
- Being overweight
- Spending prolonged periods on your feet, such as standing
- Tight calf muscles
- Wearing shoes that lack proper arch support or have stiff soles
Enhance your quality of life with professional plantar fasciitis treatment at SA Running Injury Clinic.
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Options
Home Treatments
People with plantar fasciitis typically start with rest, icing, and anti-inflammatory medications.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy focusing on stretching the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon can help strengthen lower leg muscles and alleviate symptoms of plantar fasciitis.
Night splints
Wearing a splint overnight can keep the plantar fascia stretched, assisting in the lengthening of the ligament.
Orthotics
Custom orthotics or arch supports can help evenly distribute pressure on your feet, relieving strain on the plantar fascia.
Shock wave therapy
Shock wave therapy uses sound waves directed at the painful area to promote healing, typically when other treatments have not been effective.
Walking boot, cane, or crutches
Using a walking boot, cane, or crutches for a brief period can lessen the pressure placed on your foot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plantar fasciitis occurs when the plantar fascia, a ligament at the bottom of your feet, becomes inflamed, leading to pain when standing after rest or physical activity.
Pain from plantar fasciitis may occur when standing or walking in the morning, after standing for long periods, or when rising from a seated position. Factors that contribute include shoe choice, foot structure, and walking or running surfaces.
Excess body weight can exacerbate plantar fasciitis by placing additional pressure on the plantar fascia. Poorly fitting shoes, high-impact sports, and prolonged standing can also worsen the condition.
Treatment for plantar fasciitis is available through a podiatrist, a specialist in foot health.
If left untreated, plantar fasciitis may cause you to change your walking pattern to reduce pain, potentially leading to discomfort in other areas such as your legs, knees, hips, and back. It can also result in a plantar rupture, requiring prolonged rest.
Home treatments like resting, stretching, massage, and using ice packs can offer quick relief. Applying an ice pack wrapped in a cloth to the painful area for 15 minutes several times daily can be an effective treatment.
Plantar fasciitis can occur gradually or suddenly.
Walking may provide temporary relief from pain after sitting or lying down, but the discomfort often returns and intensifies as the day progresses.
The pain from plantar fasciitis is often most intense in the morning, and if untreated, it can persist longer, leading to discomfort throughout the day.
The recovery time for plantar fasciitis can range from three to 12 months, influenced by your activity levels and the effectiveness of any at-home treatments.
Although plantar fasciitis can improve without treatment, it usually takes longer to heal compared to when treatment is involved.
Book Your Podiatry Appointment
Plantar fasciitis can cause foot pain that impacts daily life, even for those not involved in sports. If you’re experiencing pain in the bottom of your feet, it could get worse over time without treatment. Contact our team at SA Running Injury Clinic to schedule your appointment.
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At SA Running Injury Clinic, you can schedule your appointment online or by phone. We operate from two clinic locations.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700
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