Plantar Fasciitis

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Plantar Fasciitis
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What is plantar fasciitis?

An inflamed plantar fascia — the rubber band-like ligament that stretches from your heel to your toes — is very painful. Imagine walking around with a strong ache in your heel, a tender bruise on the bottom of your foot, or a stabbing pain that hits you the moment your feet hit the ground in the morning. Now, if you already have it, imagine your pain beginning to go away or disappearing altogether — this too can happen.

The normal foot has 28 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments. It does so much! The plantar fascia itself supports the arch of your foot. It absorbs pressure — think of the shock absorbers of your car. It bears your weight. Pain is inevitable when the tissues are inflamed, or partially or completely torn.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://mrarch.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/plantar2.jpg” title_text=”plantar2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ width=”62%” module_alignment=”center”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f0f0f0″ custom_padding=”40px||40px||true|”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||6px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ header_3_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||7px|||”]

How common is plantar fasciitis? Who gets it?

About one in 10 people will develop plantar fasciitis sometime in their lives. Young male athletes and middle-aged obese females get it most often.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_padding=”5px||12px|||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://mrarch.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/plantar.jpg” title_text=”plantar” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ header_3_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||17px|||”]

What causes plantar fasciitis?

Too much pressure and stretching damages, inflames or tears your plantar fascia.
Unfortunately, there’s no discernable cause for some cases. However, you’re more likely to get plantar fasciitis if:[/et_pb_text][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”You have high-arched feet or flat feet.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”You wear shoes that don’t support your feet (especially for a long time on a hard surface).” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”You’re obese. (70% of patients with plantar fasciitis are also obese.)” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”You’re an athlete.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”You’re a runner or jumper.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”You work or exercise on a hard surface.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”You stand for prolonged periods of time.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”You exercise without stretching your calves.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][/dsm_icon_list][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”41px||41px||true|”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px|||”]

How is plantar fasciitis diagnosed?

Your healthcare provider will, after noting your medical history, perform a physical examination of your foot. If putting pressure on the plantar fascia causes pain, then plantar fasciitis is the likely culprit. If it’s difficult to raise your toes, or if you have tingling or loss of feeling in your foot, those are big red flags.

They will ask questions like “is the pain worse in the morning?” and “does the pain typically decrease throughout the day and with use?” These and other affirmative answers to questions help your healthcare provider determine if it’s plantar fasciitis.

Part of diagnosing plantar fasciitis is a process of elimination. Many conditions are considered when you report foot pain: a fracture, stress fracture, tendinitis, arthritis, nerve entrapment or a cyst in the heel. To determine other possible causes, your healthcare provider may order imaging tests including:[/et_pb_text][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”27px|||||”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”X-rays.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Bone scans.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Ultrasound.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][/dsm_icon_list][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://mrarch.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/plantar3.jpg” title_text=”plantar3″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f0f0f0″ custom_padding=”40px||40px||true|”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_padding=”5px||12px|||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://mrarch.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/plantar4.jpg” title_text=”plantar4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ custom_margin=”||14px|||”]

How is plantar fasciitis treated?

Over 90% of those who have plantar fasciitis will improve within 10 months with the following at-home remedies. They include:[/et_pb_text][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Stretching your calf muscles.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Wearing supportive, sturdy, well-cushioned shoes. Don’t wear sandals or flip flops that do not have a built in arch support. Don’t walk with bare feet.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Using appropriate shoe inserts, arch supports or custom-made foot orthotics.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Using a night splint to reduce tightness in the calf muscle. Massaging the area.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Putting ice on the area three to four times per day for 10 to 15 minutes.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Limiting physical activity including prolonged standing.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Taking over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen (Advil®, Motrin®) or naproxen (Aleve®).” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Losing weight.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Using crutches.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][/dsm_icon_list][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”41px||41px||true|”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||13px|||”]

How can I reduce my risk of future plantar fasciitis?

[/et_pb_text][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Tape your arches.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Stretch your feet, calves and Achilles tendon.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Get plenty of rest.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Do a low-impact exercise, like swimming, that doesn’t put pressure on your feet.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Change your shoes regularly if you’re a walker or a runner.” font_icon=”%%49%%” icon_color=”#0C71C3″ icon_background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” icon_font_size=”19px” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][/dsm_icon_list_child][/dsm_icon_list][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://mrarch.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/platar6.jpg” title_text=”platar6″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_image=”https://mrarch.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/arch-pain.jpg” custom_padding=”100px||100px||true|false” top_divider_height=”40px” bottom_divider_height=”54px” bottom_divider_arrangement=”above_content” global_module=”513″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#e09900″ header_2_font_size=”34px” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_text_color=”#ffffff” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone”]

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