Non-invasive Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis in Windsor
Do you experience pain in your heels as soon as you take the first step out of bed in the morning? Does the pain become progressively worse as the day goes along? You might be suffering from plantar fasciitis. Complete Foot Care & Orthotic Centre can help treat it! When you come to us for your plantar fasciitis, we not only aim to treat the immediate symptoms but try to determine the root cause to prevent it from recurring. With orthotics and stretching, we can help restore your comfort. If you have any questions for us, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. Check out our blog for foot care tips.
What Is Plantar Fasciitis?
Generally speaking, plantar fasciitis is an inflammatory response in the body that can result from degenerative irritation around the insertion of the plantar fascia ligament. The plantar fasciitis ligament is a tissue band connecting your toes to your heel bone. However, too much pressure can inflate the ligament, causing heel stiffness and pain. People suffering from plantar fasciitis generally experience the most pain taking their first steps after a long period of inactivity. While some might associate plantar fasciitis with running, the truth is that anyone can experience it, regardless of their activity level.
Causes for Plantar Fasciitis
Sometimes it is difficult to determine a single cause for plantar fasciitis. Some risk factors that increase one's chances of experiencing this condition are:
- Age: People between 40 and 60 have a higher chance of developing plantar fasciitis.
- Activity: Certain activities such as ballet dancing and long-distance running can contribute to the development of plantar fasciitis.
- Obesity: Additional weight places stress on your heels.
- Occupations: People with jobs that force them to stay on their feet, such as factory work, have higher chances of suffering from this condition.
- Genetics: Inherited foot conditions such as flat feet can put you at risk of plantar fasciitis.
If you suspect you're suffering from plantar fasciitis we recommend scheduling an appointment with us. We can provide you with custom orthotics.
Symptoms
Some common symptoms of plantar fasciitis include:
- Heel pain
- Pain in the foot arch
- Increased pain after activity such as exercising
- Swollen heel
- Prolonged pain
- Tightness in the Achilles tendon
If you’re experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, you should visit our clinic and have our foot specialist help alleviate your pain.
Get in Touch
At Complete Foot Care & Orthotic Centre, we're always welcoming new clients. We have years of experience providing treatment plans for ingrown toenails, bunions, plantar fasciitis and more. Please get in touch with us if you'd like to make an appointment or have any questions.
