Plantar Fasciitis For Over A Year: Need Success Stories?

Question

I've had Plantar Fasciitis for over a year and I'm really frustrated that I can't resolve this pain problem. I'm (was) a runner but haven't bee on the road for a long time.

I've tired so many different options: ice, stretching, PT, night splint, in-soles, roller ball massage, etc.

What worked for you? What do you recommend? What made it worse?

Answer 1

I've have had it for about 18 months or so. Sometimes I think I am on the mend, other times it hurts. I used to hobble getting out of bed, but at this point, the problem is manageable.

Here are some more tips:

1) Orthotics. They have helped but initially I had good success with Dr Scholl's cushioned inserts. They are cushioned for heel problems. They were like $10.

2) Aleve / Celebrex also worked. It might help you get over that hump.

3) Wear shoes inside the house... From the minute I get out of bed, I've got shoes on.

4) They do have some sonar treatment out now. I forget the name of it, but they basically shoot sound waves into your feet. Supposedly it works, but it hurts a bit afterwords. I am not sure if insurance covers it, but I know the ortho guy I went to had an article on it in his office.

5) Accupuncture.... read an article in which a well-known track star used this successfully.

6) Be sure you have shoes that are geared for you. I used to wear New balance but my podiatrist recommended the Brooks Adrenaline... so far they've helped a little. I think a change from your regular shoes might be helpful. Definitely hit up your local running store and get a professional opinion on what shoes are right for your feet.

7) Run on softer and flat surfaces. A lot of my roadwork is on banked roads, unfortunately.

I am still running... The pain seems to be worse if I log a lot of mileage (I did an 11.5 miler last night and my feet are a little sore this morning). It's just something I deal with but it really hasn't held me back as I seem to be keeping it in check with some of the methods you use.

I wish I had an instant cure for you, but other than rest I think it's a tough one to get rid of.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I am a nurse and have suffered from plantar pain for a couple of years. The docs just say take anti-inflammatories and analgesics for the pain, but I know this was just masking the symptoms.

Anyway, I got this guide and a couple of days of following it my pain is completely gone. And I know it's really gone cause I'm not on any meds so if there was any pain left I'd know it.

Get rid of your plantar fasciitis & foot pain?

Answer 4

Rest is the first treatment for plantar fasciitis. Try to keep weight off your foot until the inflammation goes away. You can also apply ice to the sore area for 20 minutes three or four times a day to relieve your symptoms. Often a doctor will prescribe nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen. A program of home exercises to stretch your Achilles tendon and plantar fascia are the mainstay of treating the condition and lessening the chance of recurrence.

Answer 5

Atkins worked for me.

At first I thought it was simply because of the weight loss, but then I went off the plan and the pain came back before I gained a single pound.

I'm back on Atkins and plan to stay that way. So many aches and pains have gone away, and my hands don't go numb anymore. Obviously my system doesn't react well to too many carbs.

Answer 6

If u want to totally eradicate plantar fasciitis within few weeks then u must follow the steps mentioned in this site : http://treatmyplantarfasciitis.us.to - It totally helped me out.Good luck!

Answer 7

Did you get orthotics? That helped me plus I could only wear tightly laced athletic shoes. Ask your Dr. to let you go to rehab for intensive exercises. I know how painful it is and how long it takes to get better. Now I only wear lace up shoes that fit well. Good luck.

Answer 8

i don't have an answer for you,because i suffer from it also and i have tried every thing also. i even had a cortizone shot. it only helped me for a few days. and i heard ya don't really want to go that route. sometimes the shot of cortisone gets it going in the right direction for healing. wasn't the case for me. i am looking for an answer my self.

Answer 9

I went to a foot doctor and he made orthodics just for my feet. They did a cast and had them made from the cast of my foot. I wore these everyday for about a year and I no longer need them I don;t have any pain, my feet and me feel terrific.