Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis refers to the inflammation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue. It runs along the bottom of the foot, from the heel bone to the toe. And, forms the arch of your foot. In fact, plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It is most often seen in middle-aged men and women. However, also occurs in those who are on their feet often.

As a matter of fact, it is estimated that 20 million patients are treated for plantar fasciitis each year.

Our specialists have years of experience treating this condition. So, if you suspect that you are experiencing plantar fasciitis, schedule an appointment. Either online to visit our lead podiatrists in South Florida today.

Causes of Plantar Fasciitis

The plantar fascia is designed to absorb the high stress and strain experienced by the foot daily. When too much pressure is applied, the plantar fascia ligaments become damaged or torn. The body’s natural response to the injury is inflammation leading to heel pain and heel stiffness.

Other risk factors are also known to contribute to plantar fasciitis, such as:

• obesity
• foot arch problems (high arches and flat feet)
• running
• dance aerobics
• occupations that require walking or standing for long periods

Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms

There are many differnet symptosm that can occur when you have plantar fasciitis. However, the most common are as follows:

• Pain and stiffness in the bottom of the heel
• Stabbing pain on the bottom of the foot
• Pain in the arch of the foot
• Pain is usually worse upon arising

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment

Prior treatment, an accurate diagnosis is needed by examining your foot.  Then, checking for signs of flat feet or high arches, tenderness, swelling, redness, and stiffness or tightness of your foot arch. And an X-ray or MRI scan is often necessary to rule out other causes. Furthermore, causes can include a fracture or a pinched nerve.

After diagnosing, the main goal of a plantar fasciitis treatment is to reduce inflammation. Therefore, staying off the foot, applying ice, using arch supports, or taking medications is ideal. However, if these conservative treatments do not alleviate the pain, physical therapy, corticosteroid injections, or PRP plantar fasciitis injections may be necessary.

Most patients with plantar fasciitis respond to non-surgical treatment. However, a small percentage of patients may require surgery.

Our doctor is an award-winning foot & ankle specialist in Broward or Palm Beach County. So, call us today at 954-906-9272. A South Florida foot doctor located in Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Coral Springs & Plantation.