Plantar Fasciitis

The fastest way to address plantar fasciitis will vary depending on the person and the severity of their condition. In general, resting and stretching are often recommended as these are gentle approaches that aim to promote healing.

In some cases, yes, and in others, no. Walking may have positive and negative effects depending on your personal circumstances, so it’s important to assess what helps you and what doesn’t. If you’re unsure, please feel free to book an appointment where we can provide personalised guidance.

Walking barefoot may trigger this condition in some people, as there is less cushioning and support for the feet than there would be in shoes. This lack of arch support may also cause the foot to roll inward, or overpronate, placing further pressure on the plantar fascia. However, going barefoot may assist in healing depending on the individual. For further information and personalised guidance, book an appointment with us at Foot and Leg Pain Centre.

There are some risk factors involved with plantar fasciitis, including prolonged standing, excessive activity, walking or standing on hard surfaces, having tight calf muscles, and performing high-impact activities such as running and jumping.

The length of time for recovery will vary from person to person. This will depend on the severity of the condition, the person’s response to treatment, and how well they adhere to their treatment plan. Generally speaking, most cases resolve within days to weeks, while some cases need extra help with a divers range of techniques.

There are exercises that can be done at home, but it’s important to remember that treatment options will vary for everybody. Therefore, these should be guided by a podiatrist with knowledge of your individual situation. They may recommend specific footwear choices and or at-home activities such as resting, icing, and stretching.

Essentially, the plantar fascia tightens and shortens when you’re not using it— such as when you’re asleep. As a result, in the morning the sudden stretching of the contracted fascia may cause pain and stiffness.

Yes, we do help children with foot pain! Those small feet are doing a big job, and we Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs are often seen together, but they are distinct conditions. Unlike plantar fasciitis, heel spurs are caused by bony outgrowths that develop on the heel bone. However, this may be caused by untreated plantar fasciitis, so it’s important to address plantar fasciitis as early as possible. aim to treat various conditions that affect children’s feet and legs. Check out our page dedicated to children’s foot and leg conditions.

There are several approaches you can take, including wearing proper footwear that has good arch support and cushioning such as orthotics, gradually increasing activity rather than introducing sudden changes, stretching regularly, using proper techniques when engaging in physical activity, and taking regular breaks to rest and elevate your feet.

No, these are two separate conditions, although they may influence each other. The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and helps to support the arch of the foot. Achilles tendon pain is often caused by tight calves, which may affect the small foot muscles over time and lead to plantar fasciitis.