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What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition affecting the bottom of the foot. It is a common cause of heel pain and is sometimes called a heel spur. Plantar fasciitis is the correct term to use when there is active inflammation. Plantar fasciosis is more accurate when there is no inflammation but chronic degeneration instead. Acute plantar fasciitis is defined as inflammation of the origin of the plantar fascia and fascial structures around the area. Plantar fasciitis or fasciosis is usually just on one side. In about thirty percent of all cases, both feet are affected.

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How is Dr. Plutchok's Approach Different?

No Drugs, No Surgery, No Night Splints, No Cortizone Shots

Dr. Plutchok uses 3 unique techniques to help relieve you of any pain you may currently be experiencing: Active Release Technique, Quantum Neurology Rehabilitation, and Functional Hallux Rehabilitation

Learn more about these approaches here

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Questions to be Answered on Your First Visit

Is it your biomechanics of foot?
Is it the fascia or muscles?
Is it the way you run or walk?
Is it your footwear?
Are there exercises or things YOU can do to feel better?

Dr. Plutchok can answer all of these questions on just your first visit and give you the solutions you need to lessen your foot pain.

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Conditions:

Pain from the Foot Structure

When the foot is on the ground a tremendous amount of force (the full weight of the body) is concentrated on the plantar fascia. This force stretches the plantar fascia as the arch of the foot tries to flatten from the weight of your body.  If the arch or associated bones of the the foot are fixated or misaligned, it does not transfer force and energy through the foot and up the leg.  This leads to stress on the plantar fascia where it attaches to the heel bone. Small tears of the fascia can result from overuse and chronic inflammation.

Pain from Nerves in the Foot

Some physicians feel that the small nerves that travel under the plantar fascia on their way to the forefoot become irritated and may contribute to the pain. But some studies have been able to show that pain from compression of the nerve is different from plantar fasciitis pain.

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Treatment

Initial Treatment

• Rest to keep weight off the foot until inflammation subsides
• Ice applications for 15-20 minutes at a time, 3-4 times a day

Long Term Treatment

• Wear shoes that fit properly and give adequate support to the arches.
• Change running or walking shoes every 300-500 miles
• Go to a chiropractor or physical therapist to receive instruction on exercises that can help you recover from the foot pain.

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Click Here for a Handout with Exercises and further Description of Plantar Fasciitis