Plantar fasciitis –
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the fibrous tissue (plantar fascia – The plantar fascia is a thick, weblike ligament) along the bottom of the foot that connects the heel bone to the toes.
It’s the most common cause of heel pain.
Causes Plantar fasciitis
If discomfort from plantar fasciitis causes you to begin walking differently than you normally would (called “abnormal gait” or “altered gait”), you may develop symptoms in other parts of your body, such as knee, hip, or back pain.
What causes plantar fasciitis?
Anything that irritates or damages your plantar fascia or heel can cause plantar fasciitis, also including:
- Being on your feet all day for work.
- Playing sports.
- Exercising or working on a hard surface (like a warehouse floor or the sidewalk).
- Exercising without stretching or warming up.
- Wear shoes that don’t support your feet well enough (like flip-flops or flat, flexible sneakers).
- Walking or standing barefoot while you’re at home.
Some health conditions can cause plantar fasciitis, including:
- High arch feet
- Flat feet
- Obesity or overweight
- gaining more than 15 pounds in a few months.
Symptoms of plantar fasciitis:
Heel pain with weight-bearing, or walking (hurts when you step out of bed in the morning
- Heel pain.
- Pain in the arch of your foot.
- Stiffness.
- Swelling around your heel.
- A tight tendon
The significant symptom is pain and stiffness on the bottom of your foot, near where the plantar fascia attaches to the heel bone. The pain is often described as sharp, stabbing, shooting, or knife-like.
Usually, the pain is centered right under the heel, but sometimes it can be closer to the arch of your foot. Plantar fasciitis pain tends to follow a specific daily pattern, which can be an important clue to diagnosing it:
It’s most severe when you first put weight on your heels in the morning and when you stand up and walk after a long period of sitting.
It usually eases up once you’ve been moving around for a bit (say, a half hour or so), then may gradually worsen over the day, especially if you spend a lot of time on your feet.
Pain commonly increases after, but not during, exercise.
The pain may also be worse after climbing stairs.
Risk Factors of Plantar fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis typically causes a stabbing and stitching pain in the bottom of your foot near the heels. The pain usually gets the worst with the first few steps after awakening, although it also can be triggered by long periods of standing or when you get up from sitting.
- WOMEN AGE 40-60 yrs
- OVERWEIGHT
- WALKING BAREFOOT
- FLAT FEET
- HIGH ARCH
- TIGHT CALF MUSCLES
- TIGHT ACHILLES TENDON
- LAST TRIMESTER of PREGNANCY
Do’s
- rest and raise your foot on a stool when you can
- put an ice pack (or bag of frozen peas) in a towel on the painful area for up to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours
- wear shoes with cushioned heels and good arch support
- use insoles or heel pads in your shoes
- try regular gentle stretching exercises
- try exercises that do not put pressure on your feet, such as swimming
- try to lose weight if you’re overweight
Don’t
- do not take ibuprofen for the first 48 hours
- do not walk or stand for long periods
- do not wear high heels or tight pointy shoes
- do not wear flip-flops or backless slippers
- try not to walk barefoot on hard surfaces.
Homoeopathic Remedy For Planter Fasciitis
- Calcarea Fluor:
This Homeopathic remedy is of great help in all cases of Planter fascia whether painful or not. Calcarea Fluor acts as the best resolving agent for Planter fasciitis and is considered the first choice of Homeopathic remedy in every case of heel pain.
- Ammonium Mur:
Ammonium Mur helps in decreasing the pain as well as dissolving the planter fasciitis. Apart from specific worsening of pain on walking, the person also complains of pain in the morning. A few people needing Ammonium Mur may get relief by the slight rubbing of the heel. The pain can be stitching or tearing in nature for using Ammonium Mur.
- Rhus Tox:
Rhus Tox thus acts in three spheres for planter fasciitis patients — pain relief, strengthening the muscles or ligaments, and dissolving the pain. The pain narrated by the person on standing is most of the times stitching in character. The person may feel the pain as being similar to that caused by a splint. Another expression used may be a pain as from a nail under the skin.
Frequently asked questions
1) What is the plantar fascia or Planter fascia stretching?
The plantar fascia is a fibrous band on the bottom of the foot that connects the heel bone to each of the toes.
2) What are the primary symptoms of plantar fasciitis?
The major complaint of those with plantar fasciitis is pain at the bottom of the heel or sometimes at the bottom mid-foot area. It usually affects just one foot, but it can affect both feet.
3) How is plantar fasciitis diagnosed(Planter in foot)?
A healthcare provider will diagnose plantar fasciitis with a physical exam. They’ll ask you about your symptoms and look at your foot. They might lightly press on your plantar fascia to feel for inflammation and check your level of pain.
4)How long can plantar fasciitis last?
Patients who follow instruction and wear their orthotics daily will usually have a Plantar Fasciitis recovery time of around 6 weeks.It might take a few weeks to a few months for your foot to heal completely. Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety.
5) What should you avoid with plantar fasciitis?
Movements that put excessive stress on the heel and the arch of the foot, such as high-impact activities like running and jumping, can make plantar fasciitis worse. Additionally, standing for prolonged periods or walking on hard surfaces without supportive footwear can exacerbate the condition.
In conclusion, Homeo Care Clinic offers a holistic approach to treating the disease. The remedies mentioned above can treat the underlying causes of the condition and offer relief from the discomfort. However, it is important to consult a qualified homeopathic practitioner for the correct dosage and duration of treatment. Homeo Care Clinic provides comprehensive care for various ailments and offers customized treatment plans based on individual requirements.
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