The plantar
fascia is the thick connective tissue, which supports the
arch of the foot. It runs from the tuberosity
of the calcaneus
forward to the heads of the metatarsal (toes) bones.
Mechanism of
Injury:
Overuse injury, eg. in runners.
Symptoms
Pain in the bottom of the heel, usually worst in the morning
and improving throughout the day.
Morning stiffness and a painful limp in the morning, however
the stiffness goes away after the foot is warmed up.
By the end of the day pain may be replaced by a dull aching
that improves with rest.
Pain that gets worse when you climb stairs or stand on
your toes.
Pain after you stand for long periods.
Pain at the beginning of exercise that goes away or lessens
as exercise continues but returns when exercise is completed.
Occasional numbness may be experienced along the outside
of the sole of the foot.
Focal tenderness and sometimes swelling of the medial
(inside) aspect of the calcaneus.
Treatment:
Please consult
with your medical professional for a complete diagnosis and
treatment plan.
Recommended Thermoskin
Product:
Under
the direction of your medical professional and in conjunction
with your advised treatment plan, either of the following
Thermoskin products is recommended:
