how do you get read of Plantar fasciitis?

Question

I've been able to walk or jog for exercise for almost 3 months now. I'm taking naprosin, iceing, etc... with no relief.

Answer 1

I had plantar fascitis six years ago. I had to go to a massage therapist and have them massage my right heel and I had to do stretch exercises where you extend your toes upward to allow the calf muscle to s-t-r-e-t-c-h; Ive also lost 60 lbs in the meantime. The weight loss was the best approach but it took three long years.

Answer 2

I have had Plantar Fasciitis twice. The first time it took me almost a year to get over. I was stubborn and kept trying to jump rope on concrete and I also worked on hard floors and was on my feet all day.

The second time, I got over it in a few months and it was not as bad as the first time. I made sure my sneakers were up to date and not worn out, I used Dr. Scholls inserts (a must for sneakers), and I got some soft shoes with rubbery heels to wear around the house. Do not wear bedroom slippers around the house and try not to go barefoot. You need support at all times to help get rid of this annoying condition. I continued to walk and/or hike but I did it every other day and worked out at the gym on the stairmaster/elliptical machines on the days in between walking. It's really important not to overdo it. Like the other folks on here said, stretching is also a must.

Answer 3

f you walk or run a lot, cut back a little. You probably won't need to stop walking or running altogether.

If you have either flatfeet or a high arch, ask your doctor about using orthotics, inserts for your shoes. Orthotics are arch supports. You will need to be fitted for them.

If you are overweight, losing weight can help lessen your heel pain. If your job involves standing on a hard floor or standing in one spot for long periods, place some type of padding on the floor where you stand.

Stretching exercises for your foot are important. See http://familydoctor.org/140.xml

If stretching, arch supports, medicine and exercises don't help, your doctor can suggest other treatments. You may need to wear splints on your foot at night, tape your foot or have injections of corticosteroids (anti-inflammatory medicines) into the plantar fascia. In a few cases, surgery is needed. You and your doctor can decide which treatment is best for you.

Answer 4

i have it too. first,you may need orthotics,very expensive. if unable to perform normal fitness regime...change it up...do elliptical trainer over treadmill...don't jog or run for about two weeks...roll the sore foot on a golf ball,so you are stretching the bottom area of foot...also,a change in shoes can work..limit a higher heel. also,this may sound weird,but i wear 2 pair of sox in my shoes when i workout,,,adds cushioning thereby reducing pain. icing after exercise,and mentally just blocking out the pain...can reduce the tendency to overthink about the injury....it will go away eventually...

Answer 5

Go to www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic429.htm.
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