Do you suffer from foot or heel pain? (Plantarfasciopathy)

What is it?

Plantarfasciopathy (PF) is an acute or chronic, painful disorder of the plantar fascia that spans between the medial calcaneal tubercle and the proximal phalanges of the toes.

Pathology

It is the most common cause of plantar heel pain. The main clinical symptom is heel pain, particularly in the morning or after a period of rest. Often patients report improvement of pain after walking. Pain is usually located at the origin of the planter fascia (medial calcaneal tubercle). Passive dorsiflexion of the toes may aggravate the pain in some patients, particularly in those with chronic PF. Patients suffering from chronic PF may also present with heel pad swelling.

Treatment

Both athletes and the elderly commonly present with PF. The treatment of PF should start with conservative treatment modalities including rest, Myotherapy, stretching, exercises, shoe inserts/orthotics, night splints, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs if suggested by your doctor.

Conclusion

Foot and heel pain can be quite debilitating, don’t put up with it any longer. Book a Myotherapy treatment today.