Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Bowden
If heel discomfort is hindering your work performance, exercise routine, and daily tasks, it may be worth looking into plantar fasciitis as a potential cause.
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
The plantar fascia is a dense tissue strip running along the foot’s underside, from heel to toe, essential for forming the foot’s arch and ensuring its optimal functionality and comfort. When this tissue becomes inflamed, a condition known as plantar fasciitis, it often leads to significant heel discomfort.
Heel pain, particularly plantar fasciitis, is the most commonly seen issue at the Adelaide Heel Pain Clinics, with our clinic encountering about 50 such cases each day. Its frequent occurrence underscores the importance of addressing it seriously. Prompt intervention is suggested, as research shows that many individuals with plantar fasciitis continue to experience symptoms for several years. Seeking early podiatric advice is advisable for managing such discomfort effectively.
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.
What Causes Plantar Fasciitis
The onset of plantar fasciitis is often linked to increased pressure and stress on the plantar fascia, resulting in inflammation and subsequent heel discomfort. Activities that exert considerable stress on the heel, such as sports or engaging hobbies like running, dancing, or gymnastics, can be contributing factors. Additional elements that may heighten the risk of developing plantar fasciitis include changes in body weight, the process of aging, pregnancy, prolonged standing, and having either flat feet or pronounced arches.
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Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis
Each day, Adelaide Heel Pain Clinics deals with a significant number of plantar fasciitis cases, offering assistance to people facing heel pain challenges. Our clinic is backed by extensive experience and a variety of resources, allowing us to cater to different levels of heel discomfort and various specific case details. The influx of patients seeking our help for heel pain reflects our capability to offer a broad spectrum of treatment choices, enabling us to formulate a customised treatment plan that aligns with your specific needs.
Radial Shockwave Therapy
Offering radial shockwave therapy, which comes without long-term side effects and eliminates the need for recovery time, is an important option in our treatment repertoire. This therapy is commonly applied to assist patients with various kinds of heel pain.
Focal Shockwave Therapy
In Australia, focal shockwave therapy machines are quite rare, with only a select few available, and our clinic in South Australia is proud to house one of these machines. This method is recognised as one of the more advanced approaches to managing heel discomfort.
Dry Needling
The use of dry needling is considered a notable approach for relieving muscle tightness. Utilising fine acupuncture needles, it targets trigger points, which can be helpful in alleviating muscle pain.
Orthotics
With custom-made orthotics, you can experience comfort and support that is uniquely suited to your footwear preferences. These orthotics are crafted to align with the specific needs and contours of your foot.
Low-Level Cold Laser
The use of low-level cold lasers provides an option with reduced discomfort when compared to hot lasers. This method is considered a significant advancement in podiatric treatments, potentially aligning well with your requirements.
Exercise Rehabilitation
How about a tailored treatment plan that focuses on your unique pain, health, and goals? Engaging with a podiatrist to create a personalised exercise rehabilitation plan could yield considerable benefits.
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