Plantar Fasciitis Prospect
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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Prospect
A frequent cause of heel pain, plantar fasciitis is linked to running and excess weight, though it can impact people with various activity levels.
We regularly assist those from Prospect with plantar fasciitis at SA Running Injury Clinic, with treatment available at our clinics.
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis occurs when the thick band of tissue, called the plantar fascia, along the bottom of your foot becomes inflamed, leading to pain.
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.
- Heel pain that continues during regular daily activities.
- Pain that tends to intensify following physical activity.
- Discomfort that increases when you flex your foot, but lessens when you point your toes down.
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
- 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
- Frequent standing or prolonged time on your feet
- Tight calf muscles
- Footwear that offers poor arch support or has stiff soles
Enhance your quality of life with professional 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 that targets stretching the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon can help strengthen lower leg muscles and aid in managing plantar fasciitis.
Night splints
A splint worn overnight helps to lengthen the plantar fascia, promoting stretching of the ligament.
Orthotics
Custom-fitted arch supports, or orthotics, help distribute pressure evenly across the feet, reducing strain on the plantar fascia.
Shock wave therapy
In shock wave therapy, sound waves target the painful area to support healing, usually when conservative treatments have not provided relief.
Walking boot, cane, or crutches
Temporary use of a walking boot, cane, or crutches can help ease the pressure on your foot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, the ligament at the bottom of your feet, causing pain when standing up after long periods of sitting or physical activity.
Plantar fasciitis pain can be triggered by standing up or walking first thing in the morning, after long periods of standing, or when rising from sitting. Contributing factors include footwear, foot structure, and the surfaces you walk or run on.
Plantar fasciitis may worsen with excess body weight, as it increases pressure on the plantar fascia. Other factors include ill-fitting shoes, high-impact activities, and standing for long periods.
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.
Fast relief from plantar fasciitis can be achieved through home treatments like resting, stretching, massage, and ice packs. Holding an ice pack wrapped in a cloth over the pain area for 15 minutes several times a day can be very effective.
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.
While plantar fasciitis is most painful in the morning, untreated it can cause ongoing pain that lasts throughout the day.
Plantar fasciitis typically improves within three to 12 months, depending on your activity levels and any at-home treatments you may be using.
Although plantar fasciitis can improve without treatment, it usually takes longer to heal compared to when treatment is involved.
Book Your Podiatry Appointment
Foot pain, even if you're not an athlete, can disrupt daily activities. If you're feeling pain at the bottom of your feet, it may be plantar fasciitis, which can worsen if untreated. Reach out to our team at SA Running Injury Clinic to book your appointment for Adelaide plantar fasciitis care.
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We welcome patents from Eastwood, North Adelaide, Walkerville, Parkside, Norwood, Glenside, Prospect, Unley, St Peters, Burnside, Brompton, Thebarton, Mile End, Myrtle Bank, Fullarton, Highgate, Glenunga and nearby areas.