Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Adelaide

Is heel pain impacting your ability to work, exercise, and go about your daily routine? Plantar fasciitis could be to blame.

Plantar fasciitis treatment Adelaide
Plantar Fasciitis Adelaide

What is Plantar Fasciitis?

The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue along the bottom of the foot, running from the heel right to the toe. It forms the arch of your foot, making it absolutely essential to the successful and comfortable function of your foot. Plantar fasciitis refers to the inflammation of the plantar fascia, and causes heel pain that can become extremely severe.

Heel pain is the single most common injury that we see at the Adelaide Heel Pain Clinics. At our specialist clinic alone, we typically see about 50 cases per day of heel pain commonly labelled plantar fasciitis. This condition is clearly extremely common, but that doesn’t make it any less of a serious problem. This nasty condition needs swift treatment, especially since recent studies have shown that 50% of plantar fasciitis sufferers still had it after five years – and more than 45% still had it after ten! Nobody wants to be in pain for the next decade, so seeing a podiatrist as soon as possible is a must.

Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis

The primary symptom to indicate plantar fasciitis is, of course, heel pain. The pain commonly associated with this particular condition is typically described as sharp, taking place in the bottom of the foot right near the heel. It is common for patients to describe their pain as worst in the morning, as they take their first few steps after laying down the entire night. Similarly, pain from plantar fasciitis can be worse after sitting or standing for long periods at once. Other common symptoms could include pain in the sole of the foot, limping, swelling, and tenderness.

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What Causes Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis develops due to excessive pressure and strain on the plantar fascia itself, causing inflammation and irritation that leads directly to heel pain. At times, this inflammation is a result of strenuous activity, such as sports or hobbies that put stress on the heel bone. This may include dancing, running, or gymnastics. Other factors that could increase the likelihood of developing plantar fasciitis could be weight gain, ageing, pregnancy, spending long hours on your feet, and having flat feet or high arches.

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Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis

At Adelaide Heel Pain Clinics, we treat dozens of plantar fasciitis cases every day. We have the experience and resources to help people with their heel pain, no matter the severity or the unique specifics of their case. There’s a reason so many patients come to us with their heel pain. With so many treatment options readily available within our clinic, chances are we’ll be able to build a treatment plan that’s right for you.

Adelaide Heel Pain Clinic proudly offers quality plantar fasciitis treatment to residents of North Adelaide, Eastwood, Parkside, Glenside, Frewville, Fullarton, Dulwich, Toorak Gardens, Malvern, Highgate, Myrtle Bank, Bowden, Brompton, Prospect, Sefton Park, Walkerville & surrounding suburbs.

Radial Shockwave Therapy Adelaide

Radial Shockwave Therapy

With no long-term side effects and zero recovery time needed, radial shockwave therapy is a strong treatment option. We regularly provide shockwave therapy for many different patients to help with heel pain of different types.

Focal Shockwave Therapy Adelaide

Focal Shockwave Therapy

There is only a handful of focal shockwave therapy machines in the country, and only one in South Australia – found right at our clinic. This is one of the most advanced techniques to combat heel pain.

Dry Needling Adelaide

Dry Needling

When it comes to releasing tight muscles, dry needling is one of the best-regarded treatment techniques. Using small acupuncture needles, we can target trigger points and help ease muscle pain.

Custom orthotics Adelaide

Orthotics

Custom orthotics can bring individualised comfort and support into any shoe you want to wear. With orthotics, you can receive a treatment option built entirely for your foot and your unique needs.

Low-Level Cold Laser Adelaide

Low-Level Cold Laser

Low-level cold lasers are a less painful alternative to hot lasers. As one of the breakthrough technologies in podiatry treatments, this could be the right option for you.

Exercise Rehabilitation Adelaide

Exercise Rehabilitation

Why not get a treatment plan designed entirely for you – your pain, your health, your goals. Working with a podiatrist on a custom exercise rehabilitation plan could offer wonderful benefits.

Your Plantar Fasciitis Questions Answered

Are plantar fasciitis and heel spurs the same?
Simply put, no. While these two conditions are often confused with one another, due to similar symptoms, there are key differences. One is ligament inflammation, and the other is related to the bone.
What are the best shoes to wear for plantar fasciitis?
Your shoes need to provide support for your daily activities. There is no one specific shoe design best for plantar fasciitis – it depends on what you need to do each day, and what your specific foot needs. Work with a podiatrist to find the best option for you.
Should I still walk or run if I have plantar fasciitis?
To properly heal your plantar fascia, it’s essential to take time off from exercises like running or any other high-strain activities. However, exercise is extremely important for health. Activities that require lower impact levels such as swimming are great alternatives that won’t worsen your heel pain.
Is plantar fasciitis genetic?
There is no genetic factor affecting the development of plantar fasciitis. It isn’t a condition you’ll inherit from your parents, as there is no genetic link associated.
What does plantar fasciitis feel like?
While patients are bound to experience plantar fasciitis in their own ways, the condition is most commonly described as a sharp, stabbing pain near the bottom of the foot. Pain is usually close to the heel, and at its worst when taking the first few steps after waking up or after sitting/standing for long periods of time.
When should I see a podiatrist for plantar fasciitis?
You shouldn’t wait around to address pain. If you’re experiencing heel pain of any kind, it’s best to visit a podiatrist as soon as possible.
Do compression socks help with plantar fasciitis?
Yes, compression socks are considered beneficial for plantar fasciitis. By supporting the arches and ankles, mobility is limited and alignment can be fixed. For individualised advice regarding how to ease your discomfort, discuss your pain with a podiatrist.
Why does plantar fasciitis hurt more in the morning?
As the plantar fascia remains still for long periods of time, it will shorten. Naturally, when being put in use for the first time after several hours, it may be uncomfortable to stretch it out again. This is why taking the first few steps in the morning, or after sitting or standing for long periods, can be more painful than normal.
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