Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms

Most of the identifying symptoms of plantar fasciitis involve the sole of the foot. Some pain occurs in the center of the foot or could even appear in the toes. We rule out other nerve and muscle problems by looking for symptoms like:

• Pain comes on gradually during each episode
• Aches occur in one or both feet
• Problems set in after standing from a seated position
• Stabbing sensation in the heel
• Pain that is worse shortly after you wake up

Cause of Plantar Fasciitis

Unlike many other foot and sports injuries, plantar faciistis is still not fully understood. However, there are numerous suspected causes that seem linked to the development of pain. The causes may include:

• Long periods of standing on a hard surface like concrete or stone
• Repetition at work or while you exercise
• The degenerative processes of aging
• One traumatic injury that stretches or tears the band
• Tight tendons and ligaments that strains the planter faciistis

Plantar Fasciitis Risks

There are a few simple lifestyle mistakes that seem to raise the risk of plantar faciistis. By eliminating these issues from your life, you may find that the pain resolves on its own. Consider fixing problems like:

• Worn out shoes that allow your feet to roll to the inside or outside when walking
• Footwear with improper arch support
• Tight calf muscles, which can be relieved with massage
• Excess weight
• Standing for hours without rest or a supportive surface to cushion the feet

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Options

Many doctors may recommend surgery as soon as foot pain develops, but about 95% of patients recover with conservative treatments in a year or under. Don’t assume that your pain will only resolve itself through risky surgeries. Our patients in Annandale can enjoy non-invasive options like:

• Stretching instruction to show you ways to relieve tightness in the band
• Custom inserts for your shoes for better arch support
• Splints that hold the foot at a 90 degree angle while you sleep

Let Us Help With Plantar Fasciitis

Foot pain could cripple you, but treating it early will stop the development of the symptoms before they can change your life. Take charge before chronic pain changes into numbness and tingling or even constant burning. Visit Primary Health Centers to treat your plantar fasciitis without developing a pain killer habit or indulging in surgery that could only worsen the damage.