does anyone have a way to relieve plantar facsilitis pain while jogging that does not entail seeing a doctor?

Answer 1

Have you tried using gel insoles on your running shoes? That might help a bit.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

For now, the best thing you can do for your condition is to assume another form of exercise. Personally, when I was told I had plantar fasciitis, I started yoga and pilates, along with dance. These forms of exercise combined the cardio I love about running with stretching and strength training, and especially with yoga and pilates, the moves are floor-based so your feet don't suffer. Any water activities are good too, aerobics, swimming, etc. Consider wearing arch supports, which can be made to fit your unique foot. Rolling a tennis ball around the arches helps to relieve the tension in the muscles, also. Keep up with the ice, and taking aspirin or a prescription to relieve swelling does help. You will soon be able to run again, as long as you learn to manage your foot pain around your jogs. Stretch your feet and arches before running, and afterwards, take a medication to reduce swelling and use ice. This will relieve pain in the morning. Good luck!

Answer 4

my mom has plantar fasciitis and this is what the doctor told her what to do... when you first wake up in the morning, strectch your feet by pointing and flexing. The muscle in your foot is what causes the plantar fasciitis. So make sure to stretch the muscle in your foot. The doctor also said, because my mom works at a hospital is on her feet all day, when he gets home to put a full waterbottle in the freezer until it is frozen. Then roll your foot on top of the waterbottle. As the best way to relieve pain from plantar fasciitis is to rest your feet. Also try some insoles in your shoes!

Answer 5

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. Recent reports indicate that the $300 custom made ones offer minimal improvement over the cushioned Dr Scholl's variety.

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.

8) Stretch / ice. You can also roll your feet over a ball to flex them.

9) Wear a night splint. Check out http://www.thesock.com. It does keep the foot flexed over night and therefore allows your body to heal itself a bit better. I didn't think it was as comfortable as they claim, but it did work.

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