Plantar Fasciitis Heathpool
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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Heathpool
Plantar fasciitis, a common source of heel pain, is often associated with running and excess weight, but can affect anyone regardless of activity level.
At SA Running Injury Clinic, we frequently see individuals from Heathpool with plantar fasciitis and offer treatment at our Eastwood and North Adelaide clinics.
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick tissue band connecting your heel bone to your toes, leads to pain known as plantar fasciitis.
What are the Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis?
The most common symptoms of plantar fasciitis include:
- Intense pain in the feet, commonly experienced with your first steps in the morning.
- Discomfort in the bottom area of your foot.
- Persistent heel pain during daily activities.
- Pain that worsens after physical activity.
- Pain that intensifies when flexing your foot and eases when pointing your toes downward.
Causes of Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain
The condition known as plantar fasciitis is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, which can be triggered by:
- Overusing your feet
- Running, dancing, and aerobics put strain on the heel bone, potentially leading to plantar fasciitis.
- Overstretching
- A high arch in your foot
- Low arches
- Pregnancy
- Being middle aged or older
- Being overweight
- Standing for long periods or spending much time on your feet
- Tight calf muscles
- Wearing footwear with poor arch support or stiff soles
Discover improved well-being with expert plantar fasciitis treatment at SA Running Injury Clinic.
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Options
Home Treatments
The initial treatment for plantar fasciitis often involves rest, icing, and the use of 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
A splint worn overnight helps to lengthen the plantar fascia, promoting stretching of the ligament.
Orthotics
Orthotics, or custom-fitted arch supports, assist in distributing foot pressure evenly, which helps minimise stress on the plantar fascia.
Shock wave therapy
Sound waves are used in shock wave therapy to help heal the painful area, typically after other conservative treatments have not been successful.
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.
Plantar fasciitis pain is often triggered when standing or walking in the morning, after prolonged standing, or when getting up from sitting. Causes may include shoe type, foot structure, and walking or running surfaces.
Excess weight can aggravate plantar fasciitis by adding more pressure to the plantar fascia. Wearing improper shoes, participating in high-impact sports, and standing for long periods can also contribute to the condition.
Treatment for plantar fasciitis is available through a podiatrist, a specialist in foot health.
Untreated plantar fasciitis can lead to changes in your walking pattern, which may cause pain in other parts of the body like the legs, knees, hips, and back. It can also cause a plantar rupture, necessitating extended rest.
To manage pain at home, resting, stretching, massage, and using ice packs can be effective. Applying an ice pack wrapped in cloth to the painful area for 15 minutes multiple times daily can provide quick relief.
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.
While plantar fasciitis is most painful in the morning, untreated it can cause ongoing pain that lasts throughout the day.
Plantar fasciitis generally takes between three to 12 months to improve, depending on how active you are and any home treatments you apply.
While plantar fasciitis can improve naturally, the recovery process is much slower without proper treatment.
Schedule Your Podiatry Appointment
Pain in the feet can affect everyday life, whether you’re an athlete or not. If you have pain in the bottom of your feet, it may be plantar fasciitis, which can worsen over time without proper treatment. Contact our team at SA Running Injury Clinic today 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
Our clinics in North Adelaide and Eastwood welcomes patents from Heathpool and nearby areas.