Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis
Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis is a painful condition in which the thick band of tissue, the plantar fascia, that runs along the bottom of your foot begins to pull away from the bone, causing inflammation and pain. If left untreated, it can lead to bone spurs and debilitating pain. Patients describe the pain as feeling like a stabbing pain in the base of the heal, which is often worse first thing in the morning or after long periods of sitting down. For many people suffering from Plantar Fasciitis, the pain can be chronic and unfortunately can lead to a decrease in daily activities.
Traditional treatments of Plantar Fasciitis typically involve taking medication to relieve the pain caused by the inflammation in the plantar fascia. The medication recommended can be anything from over the counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or aspirin to prescription pain medication in more severe cases.
Many doctors also prescribe steroid injections in the inflamed area. While these injections can provide temporary relief, multiple injections are not recommended as they can weaken the plantar fascia permanently.
In the most severe cases, when other traditional treatments have failed, surgery may become an option. Because this is the most invasive method and can result in a weakening of arch of the foot, it is used as a last resort for many who suffer severe pain from Plantar Fasciitis.
Chiropractic care approaches Plantar Fasciitis from a different point of view than traditional medicine. Rather than simply trying to reduce symptoms, Chiropractic care aims to treat the underlying cause of the discomfort. After all, the symptoms are your body’s way of telling you something is wrong. Quieting the symptoms, while it does offer some short-term relief, does nothing to fix the actual problem.
In order to offer long-term relief from Plantar Fasciitis, Chiropractic care works to help heal the damaged tissue of the plantar fascia and naturally reduce painful inflammation. Using a combination of techniques, we will be able to provide fast-acting and long-lasting results.
By performing adjustments to the spine, Lumina Chiropractic can help to realign your spinal column, allowing for optimum functioning throughout the body, including the plantar fascia. Precise and gentle Chiropractic adjustments may also be made to the bones of the foot and ankle to ensure proper alignment there as well.
Part of your Chiropractic treatment plan may also include a series of specific stretches and exercises designed to help stretch your plantar fascia so that it is able to handle stress without tearing away from the heel bone. Orthotic shoe inserts may also be recommended to prevent further damage and reduce tension on the tissue. Follow the instructions of your Chiropractor when it comes to how much to do and for how long, every case is treated on an individual basis.
If you are suffering from the painful symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis, don’t wait for the damage to your tissue to become worse. Contact Lumina Chiropractic today and set up an appointment. The sooner you are diagnosed and begin your individualized treatment plan, the sooner you will feel relief from the pain and inflammation and will be able to get back to all of the activities you enjoy the most! Don’t let Plantar Fasciitis hold you back, begin the healing process today!
“I have been going to Lumina Chiropractic for over 9 years. The doctors are professional, caring, and very knowledgeable! The staff is friendly and very accommodating with my busy schedule. Most of all, Lumina Chiropractic cares about my long term health and is committed to my chiropractic needs.” – Amber W
