Plantar Fasciitis

PLANTAR FASCIITIS

Plantar fasciitis. Inflammation of the plantar fascia in your foot is known as plantar fasciitis. The most frequent reason for heel discomfort is this. Similar to a ligament, the plantar fascia is a robust, fibrous attachment that extends from your heel to your toes and the ball of your foot.

PLANTAR FASCIITIS

Usually affecting one foot at a time, plantar fasciitis can affect both feet at once. It is caused by overuse or overstretching of the plantar fascia, and anything that damages it can cause it to swell. This inflammation makes it difficult to walk or use your foot. Like a thick rubber band, it is elastic. Your foot’s arch is formed by the plantar fascia, which joins the bones in your foot.

Signs

The following are the most typical signs of plantar fasciitis: Achilles tendon tightness, heel discomfort, stiffness, and pain in the arch of the foot.

Causes

Plantar fasciitis can result from anything that aggravates or harms your plantar fascia, such as:
spending the entire day standing up for work.
engaging in athletic activities.
working or exercising on a hard surface, such as the sidewalk or the floor of a warehouse.
working out without warming up or stretching.
wearing footwear (such as flat, flexible sneakers or flip flops) that does not adequately support your feet.
When you are at home, you can walk or stand barefoot.

Treatment

Over-the-counter NSAIDs: NSAIDs, such as naproxen, ibuprofen, and aspirin, are medications that lower inflammation and pain. Avoid taking NSAIDs for longer than ten days straight without first consulting a doctor.
Rest: If at all possible, avoid playing sports or engaging in the activity that triggered the plantar fasciitis for at least a week.
Applying ice to your foot: Ice your foot twice a day for 10 to 15 minutes. A frozen water bottle can be used to massage the irritation on the bottom of your foot by wrapping it in a thin towel to protect your skin.

Wearing supportive footwear: Put on sturdy, well-cushioned shoes; avoid wearing sandals, flip-flops, or other flat shoes without built-in arch support; and avoid walking barefoot. Orthotics or shoe inserts: You can put extra arch support into your shoes by using either custom-made orthotics that are molded to the exact shape of your foot or pre-made inserts that you can buy over-the-counter. Immobilization: Wearing a walking boot (also known as a walking cast or a pneumatic cam walker) for a few weeks will keep your foot in place and relieve pressure on your plantar fascia; your provider will explain how long you must wear a boot.

Summary

Finding informed that you must miss a week or more of your favorite sport or hobby is always inconvenient. However, take your time returning to the court or field. If you overstress your foot before it heals, you could re-injure your plantar fascia. Heel pain is most often caused by plantar fasciitis. If you experience heel or foot discomfort that doesn’t go away after a week, consult a healthcare professional. They will assist you in locating at-home remedies to lessen your foot’s discomfort and swelling.