Plantar Fasciitis North Adelaide
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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment North Adelaide
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, often related to running and excess weight, but it can affect individuals of all activity levels.
We regularly assist those from North Adelaide with plantar fasciitis at SA Running Injury Clinic, with treatment available at our 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:
- Sharp foot pain, especially with the initial steps in the morning.
- Discomfort in the bottom area of your foot.
- Chronic heel pain that affects your 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
Plantar fasciitis is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, which may occur due to:
- 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 shoes that lack proper arch support or have stiff soles
Improve your quality of life with effective 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
Stretching exercises for the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon through physical therapy can enhance lower leg strength and improve 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 applies sound waves to the painful area to assist in healing, often used when other treatments have not worked.
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 is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, the ligament beneath your feet, which causes pain when standing after rest or following 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 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.
A podiatrist, a foot specialist, can provide treatment for plantar fasciitis.
If plantar fasciitis is not treated, it may cause you to alter the way you walk to alleviate pain, which can lead to discomfort in other areas like your legs, knees, hips, and back. A plantar rupture may also occur, requiring significant time off your feet.
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 help alleviate pain after sitting or lying for long periods, but the discomfort typically returns and becomes more pronounced as the day goes on.
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.
Recovery from plantar fasciitis usually takes three to 12 months, depending on your activity levels and any at-home care you are using.
While plantar fasciitis can improve naturally, the recovery process is much slower without proper treatment.
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 for plantar fascia pain in Adelaide.
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