Plantar Fasciitis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options at Restore Podiatry
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is a foot condition in which the thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toe gets inflamed. The tissues which are affected run at the bottom of the feet and can cause sharp pain in the heel, especially during the first steps after waking up or after standing or sitting for a long time.
Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis
The most common symptom with Plantar fascitis is a sharp, stabbing pain in the heel which is worse in the morning. The heel is often tender and stiff. One might feel it difficult to stretch the feet without discomfort.
In some cases, individuals complain about swelling in the heel area. Walking or standing for a long period can become painful.
Causes of Plantar Fasciitis
Prolonged Strain
Activities such as running, walking, or standing for a long period can put a strain on the ligaments at the bottom of the feet.
Foot Structure
Conditions like flat feet or having high arches, can contribute to Plantar Fasciitis. Even abnormal gait can result in developing this foot condition.
Footwear Choices
Shoes that do not support foot arch, worn out shoes or shoes which don’t fit properly can contribute to Plantar fasciitis.
Age
The loss of elasticity over time can make it prone to inflammation. This is more common in middle-aged or older individuals.
Obesity
Excess body weight puts increased strain on the feet. This increased pressure on the tendons can contribute to this foot condition.
Treatment Options for Plantar Fasciitis at Restore Podiatry
Class 4 Laser Therapy
Restore podiatry is the only exclusive provider of this advanced laser therapy for Plantar fasciitis. This non-invasive treatment for Plantar fasciitis targets the affected area, penetrating the tissues to reduce pain and inflammation.
This treatment promotes the body’s natural healing by increasing the blood flow in the affected area.
Read more about Class 4 Laser Therapy.
High Power Laser Therapy
The high energy used in High Power Laser Therapy (HPLT) allows deep tissue penetration, enhancing the effectiveness of the treatment.
HPLT helps with cellular regeneration, reducing inflammation and accelerating the recovery process. This is beneficial for people who did not show much progress with the other treatment.
Read more about High Power Laser Therapy.
High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT)
High-intensity Laser therapy delivers laser energy which is higher than traditional lasers.
This non-invasive laser treatment for Plantar fasciitis is suitable for severe cases where the standard treatment did not show promising results.
Read more about High-Intensity Laser Therapy.
Radial Shockwave Therapy
Radial Shockwave Therapy uses sound waves to deliver energy to the injured tissues in the feet. This actually creates a microtrauma in the tendon and triggers the body’s natural healing.
This treatment is more effective for people with chronic Plantar fasciitis. It breaks up the scar tissues and increases the blood circulation in the affected area, promoting cell repair.
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Focused Shockwave Therapy
Focused Shockwave therapy is a Restore podiatry exclusive therapy. Unlike radial shockwave therapy, Focused Shockwave Therapy delivers more precise and concentrated energy to the affected area.
In chronic or resistant cases of Plantar fasciitis, this non-invasive treatment can turn out to be the best option. This therapy is solely available at Restore Podiatry.
Read more about Focused Shockwave Therapy.
Biologic Regenerative Injection
Biologic regenerative injections involve using growth factors or stem cells to promote tissue repair. It is typically derived from the patient’s own blood or other regenerative biological substances promoting self-healing and regeneration of the affected tendon.
This treatment is particularly useful for patients suffering from chronic Plantar fasciitis and not responding to other treatments well. This is a non-surgical, minimally invasive alternative to surgery.
Read more about Biologic Regenerative Injection.
Power Heel Program™
Restore Podiatry is the only exclusive provider of the Power Heel Program™. In this program, we combine laser treatments, shockwave therapy, and custom orthotics.
This program is designed to target the root cause of Plantar fasciitis. The Power Heel Program ensures personalized care tailored to each patient’s specific condition.
Read more about the Power Heel Program™.
Custom 3D Printed Orthotics
Restore Podiatry additionally provides custom-made 3D-printed orthotics, which are designed to provide support and relieve pressure on the affected tendon. These orthotics help improve foot alignment, reduce strain, and alleviate symptoms over time.
Dr. Bhela provides advice on appropriate footwear that offers adequate arch support and cushioning as well.
Read more about Custom 3D Printed Orthotics.
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