Does searing foot pain greet you each morning when you get out of bed? Do your feet, especially your heels, hurt after sitting for hours? You may suffer from plantar fasciitis.
Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain involving the inflammation of the tissue band that runs across your foot’s bottom and connects your toes to your heel bone. This condition can be a minor nuisance or extremely painful, but it’s treatable.
The expert podiatrists at Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle Center want you to walk pain-free. Here are some suggestions on how to cope with plantar fasciitis.
The more you know about plantar fasciitis, the easier it is to manage this common, painful condition. Here are some facts.
Not only can plantar fasciitis cause extreme discomfort, in severe cases, it also can change your gait and lead to leg, hip, and back pain. The earlier you seek treatment for plantar fasciitis, the less likely it will progress into other problems.
In many instances, you can treat plantar fasciitis at home. Often rest and these conservative treatments are enough to relieve the problem.
You may be able to relieve pain from swollen and irritated foot tissue with over-the-counter medications like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen or naproxen.
Cold helps reduce inflammation. Apply a cold pack to your foot for about 20 minutes three or four times a day.
Because tight muscles in your feet and calves can cause plantar fasciitis, gently stretching them on a regular basis can relieve pain and even alleviate the condition.
If you’re overweight or obese, losing weight can decrease the pressure and stress on your feet and relieve plantar fasciitis pain.
When you’re healing, switch from activities such as running and walking to exercises that put less pressure on your feet. Try swimming or biking.
People with plantar fasciitis need all the support they can get. Plantar fascia are designed as shock absorbers. If those bands are compromised, you need shoes with good arch support. Avoid high heels, and don’t walk on hard surfaces barefoot.
If home remedies don’t relieve your plantar fasciitis, it’s time to make an appointment at Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle Center, where we can assess your condition and create a customized treatment plan. We offer several treatment options, including:
If plantar fasciitis is causing you pain and discomfort, make an appointment at Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle Center by calling 303-423-2520, or using our online booking tool. We have several locations to meet all of your foot-care needs.
