Plantar Fasciitis

Do you notice a pain in your heel? It might be one of the most common foot conditions, Plantar Fasciitis.

What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar Fasciitis is a condition, which can cause chronic pain in the bottom of the heel. This pain originates in the Plantar Fascia, a thick web like ligament connecting the heel of your foot to the muscles. Plantar Dascia works much like a shock absorber as you walk..

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What causes Plantar Fasciitis?

The plantar fascia is subjected to lots of wear and tear in everyday life. When you apply too much pressure, it can get damaged. As a result, the plantar fascia can become inflamed. This inflammation can eventually lead you to stiffness and pain in the heel. Structural foot problems, such as extremely flat feet and high arches are more likely to cause Plantar Fasciitis as well.

What are the treatments for Plantar Fasciitis?

Our holistic approach is to explore conservative treatments first, such as stretching, physical therapy, and possibly custom-built orthotics. Custom orthotic inserts are commonly covered by your insurance. If your condition is severe or does not improve, ultrasound-guided steroid therapy often alleviates the symptoms. In extremely severe conditions a surgical solution might be in order.

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