Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis, or heel peen in general, may start with pain first thing in the morning. You might dread that first step when you get out of bed, feeling a hobbling pain during the first few steps. Over time, the pain may ease a little, but after being on your feet for a while, the discomfort can return.
For instance, after a day at work, when you sit down on the couch, you might start anticipating that pain again. This sounds very much like the symptoms associated with plantar fasciitis, which causes pain at the bottom of the heel.
What is Plantar Fasciitis ?
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, particularly felt on the bottom of the heel. It occurs when the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, becomes irritated or inflamed. The pain often starts in the morning with the first painful step out of bed and can worsen after prolonged periods of standing or sitting. It can be caused by increased physical activity, especially if you have suddenly ramped up exercise instead of gradually increasing intensity. Overuse, improper footwear, or even being on your feet for long hours can contribute to developing this condition.
What are the symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis?
If you’re suffering from plantar fasciitis or heel pain in general, it may start with pain first thing in the morning. You might dread that first step when you get out of bed, feeling a hobbling pain during the first few steps. Over time, the pain may ease a little, but after being on your feet for a while, the discomfort can return. For instance, after a day at work, when you sit down on the couch, you might start anticipating that pain again. This sounds very much like the symptoms associated with plantar fasciitis, which causes pain at the bottom of the heel.
The pain typically feels sharp or stabbing, especially with the first few steps after rest, like getting out of bed in the morning or standing after sitting for a while. It may ease up a bit as you walk around, but it tends to return after standing for extended periods or after exercise. You might also feel discomfort when climbing stairs or standing on your toes. Over time, the pain may get worse if left untreated, affecting your ability to stay active or perform everyday tasks.
What Is Our Approach To Fixing / Treating Plantar Fasciitis?
- Step 1: Hands-On Treatment
After a thorough assessment of your plantar fasciitis, which includes both static and dynamic tests, our experienced therapists will create a tailored treatment plan based on your specific injury, circumstances and goals.
Our dedicated team takes a hands-on approach to help you get out of pain and back on the path to recovery.
This typically includes foot mobilisation, which aims to optimise the movement of the bones and joints in your foot, reducing strain on the muscles, tendons and ligaments. This method helps your foot function more effectively, relieving pressure on the plantar fascia.
- Step 2: Tailored Rehab Programme
Each treatment session is designed to progressively restore movement to your foot and ankle without pain as quickly as possible. Our plantar fasciitis programme includes:
- Padding & Strapping (for pain relief)
- Stretches to target the fascia and surrounding muscles
- Personalised Strengthening Exercises to support recovery
- Laser Therapy to reduce inflammation and pain
- Footwear Review to ensure proper support
This well-rounded approach helps you get back to your normal activities, pain-free, so you can enjoy the things you love without the debilitating pain of plantar fasciitis.
- Step 3: Recovery
If necessary, we may recommend custom orthotics to help redistribute pressure in your foot, which may be contributing to your plantar fasciitis.
Orthotics can help address underlying issues that predispose you to this condition and reduce the risk of recurrence.
Our custom orthotics are crafted using the latest 3D foot scanning technology, ensuring a high level of accuracy. Plus, all orthotics come with a comfort guarantee, so you can rest assured that they will support you in your recovery.
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