Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
In this blog we will discuss some of the latest Plantar Fasciitis treatment options. Before we discuss the best Plantar Fasciitis treatment options lets clarify what Plantar Fasciitis is. Plantar fasciitis also known as joggers heel, it is one of the most common conditions that causes heel pain. Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia, a fibrous band of tissue that runs along the base of the toes to the heel (calcaneus) of the foot. The purpose of your plantar fascia is to help support your feet when walking, running and when performing rigorous activities such as sports. Plantar fasciitis is caused by repetitive strain due to an increase in activity level, the type of shoes being worn such as high heels, and hard surfaces when walking, running or even standing. Another factor that can cause plantar fasciitis include a tight Achilles tendon or calf. It is most common in runners, athletes, people who stand for long durations and those who are overweight. People with plantar fasciitis complain of pain when standing during the mornings but other symptoms include tenderness, stiffness, tightness and pain on the bottom of the foot near the arch and heel. Treatment of plantar fasciitis is important due to the fact that leaving it untreated affects one’s quality of life but can also lead to another foot condition such as a heel spur. A heel spur is a bony growth on the heel due to chronic inflammation of the plantar fascia.
If you have plantar fasciitis and want to reduce the risk of a heel spur, ensure you seek the proper Plantar Fasciitis treatment options which are listed below.
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment options:
Softwave Therapy aka extracorporeal shock wave therapy (EWST)
– non-invasive technique
– safe and effective treatment for the symptoms relating to plantar fascitis
– unfocused electrohyrdraulic acoustic wave penetrating damaged tissues
– reduces inflammation
– wakes up the body’s natural healing stem cells
– restores range of motion
– reduces pain
– 6 to 8 visits
Stretching exercises
– banded ankle mobilization
– calf stretch
– arch roll stretch
– seated plantar fascia stretch
Strengthening exercises
– calf raises
– towel scrunch
– ankle inversion with added resistance
Chiropractic
– removes secondary symptoms such as an altered gait
– relieves stress on feet
– improves range of motion
If you have been struggling with foot pain, heel pain, or any other pain that is limiting your ability to walk or run we can help! Don’t wait any longer, schedule an evaluation with one of our doctors for a full evaluation and treatment options.
To schedule call 480-785-1355 or Click Reedchiropractic.com.
Reed Chiropractic
250 W. Baseline Rd. # 107
Tempe AZ 85283
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