Do you have pain on the bottom of your foot? There is a very good chance that it is due to plantar fasciitis (fash-ee-AY-tus). The plantar fascia is a tissue sheath that protects the foot and maintains the arch. It attaches at the heel bone (calcaneus) and inserts into the bases of the toes. Unfortunately, it will become inflamed with overuse.
Plantar fasciitis is very common in runners and high-impact aerobics. Usually, you will feel pain in the morning or after sitting. It will go away after 5-10 minutes of activity and then come back after resting. However, you can prevent plantar fasciitis by wearing proper footwear.
Treatment options are expansive, ranging from stretch exercises to surgery. It's best to build your way up, trying things and seeing what works. Here are some other possibilities:
- Night Splint: Wearing this will stretch out your foot while you are sleeping. You can also wear it while you are sitting and relaxing.
- Aspirin/Ibuprofen: These will help reduce pain and inflammation.
- Orthotics: Since plantar fasciitis is basically an overuse injury, these foot supports will correct the way you walk and minimize the injury.
- Corticosteroid injections: By injecting these hormones, your doctor will give you GREAT relief. However, these are not for long-term use.
If you would like to try one of these options, contact Dr. Reddy or a podiatrist in your area.
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