Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Novato, CA

Plantar Fasciitis is a common orthopedic complaint that displays a stabbing pain in the heel of the foot due to the immense wear and tear of the plantar fascia ligaments. Applying too much pressure on the ligament can cause a tear or damage in it - causing inflammation, and the inflamed ligament results in stiffness and pain.

Plantar Fasciitis is mostly felt when the first few steps are taken in the morning. The pain tends to decrease on moving around but may sometimes be felt again when the patient stands up or sits for long hours.

Causes of Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis is most common among women and those who are overweight. Individuals who have daily jobs that require them to walk frequently or need to stand on hard surfaces also have the same complaints. Those who walk or run during workouts, and have tight calf muscles that limit the extent to which the ankles can be flexed, are also at risk for this condition. In terms of the foot structure, people who are found to have very flat feet or those with very high arches are also found to suffer from the same condition.

Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis

The signs of Plantar Fasciitis begins with slight pain in the heel. The stiffness caused by the inflammation of the plantar fascia ligament causes stiffness and pain rendering the name stone bruise. Since the early signs are felt only in the first few steps of walking and after a long hour of sitting, they are often neglected. Also, for those who workout, the pain is felt post regimen for a short period, so they do not see a reason not to push themselves to walk or run more to achieve a fitness goal. If left untreated for long, the condition can worsen and limit the level of activity and cause pain in the foot, knee, hip, and back.

Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis at Clement Podiatry

At Clement Podiatry, we recommend the simplest and most conservative treatment options: stretching exercises, supportive shoes and orthotics, icing, night splints, physical therapy, and rest. If the condition does not improve, we may have to administer cortisone injections or extracorporeal shockwave therapy. Our certified podiatrists are also trained for surgical treatment for worst-case scenarios.

Call Clement Podiatry at (415) 898-4828 or book an appointment online for more information and appointments.