Are you suffering from plantar fasciitis?
Pinnacle Phyiscal Therapy | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 10 years, 8 months AGO
Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes heel pain. The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue connecting the heel to the ball of the foot that supports the arch, and can become inflamed or tear. You experience pain when you put weight on your foot, particularly when taking your first steps in the morning. The pain can be felt at the heel, or along the arch and the ball of the foot.
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition. It occurs in as many as two million Americans per year and 10 percent of the population over their lifetimes. Plantar fasciitis affects people of all ages, both athletes and non-athletes. Men and women have an equal chance of developing the condition. Planar fasciitis occurs most frequently in people in their 40s. Treatment generally reduces pain and restores your ability to put weight on your foot again.
Pinnacle's physical therapists are trained to evaluate and treat plantar fasciitis. When you are diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, your physical therapist will work with you to develop a program to decrease your symptoms, which may include stretching exercises, use of a night splint, selection of supportive footwear, application of ice, or taping of the foot to provide short-term relief. Research shows that most cases of plantar fasciitis improve over time with these conservative treatments, and surgery is rarely required.
Plantar fasciitis can be prevented. Be sure when choosing shoes that they have good arch support. Replace your shoes regularly, so that they offer arch support and provide shock absorption to your feet. Use a thick mat if you must stand in one place for most of the day. When exercising, be sure to include a warm-up, and gradually build up the intensity and duration of your exercises to avoid straining the plantar fascia. Stretching your calves and feet before and after running or walking is very important.
At Pinnacle Physical Therapy, we are experienced in treating people with orthopedic and sports injuries. Give us a call today so we can get you back to work, back to play, and back to life! We have two convenient locations: Post Falls (208) 777-4242 and Coeur d'Alene (208) 665-2000.
- Pinnacle Physical Therapy
MORE IMPORTED STORIES
ARTICLES BY PINNACLE PHYISCAL THERAPY
Are you pregnant and suffering from low back pain?
You are not alone! Over 50 percent of pregnant women experience low back pain during their pregnancy. This pain can be debilitating, preventing you from working, taking care of your home, and taking care of your other children. Pregnancy-related lower back pain can be due to postural changes, ligament laxity due to the release of the hormone relaxin, and weight gain resulting in decreased stability of the back and hips.
Pitcher's elbow
Pitcher's elbow is a common injury that occurs among young baseball players. Caused by overuse and repetitive motion, pitcher's elbow causes pain and swelling inside of the elbow, and can limit one's range of motion.
Suffering from knee pain?
Knee pain can be caused by disease or by injury. Knee pain can restrict movement, affect muscle control in the sore leg, and reduce the strength and endurance of the muscles that support the knee. The most common disease affecting the knee is osteoarthritis, which is caused by the cartilage in the knee gradually wearing away, resulting in pain and swelling.