Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis are the  band of tissue that spans the arch of the foot becomes tight, inflamed, and tender making it painful to walk. Plantar Fascitis can be caused by poor alignment of bones in the foot, a poorly aligned pelvis coupled with using unsupportive shoes or walking on hard surfaces.

What Are The Causes Of Plantar Fasciitis?

Physical load work or repetitive stress  or play increase your risk for the occurrence of musculoskeletal disorders. Some possible causes of pain or ache include:

• Poor posture 
• Repetitive Strain 
• Trauma (direct and indirect) 
• Muscle strain 
• Muscle spasm 
• Pressure on the inter-vertebral discs 
• Nerve compression or entrapment 

A thorough history and a comprehensive diagnosis are essential to determine the cause of pain. Other some useful investigations that may also be done where appropriate.

How Can Plantar Fasciitis Be Treated?

The treatment of Plantar Fasciitis should be directed at both the Plantar Fasciitis as well as the underlying cause.Treatment aims to decrease tightness in the tissues of the leg and bottom of the foot to restore proper alignment of the hip bones and bones of the feet to enable pain-free walking. Some possible options for treatment of  include:

• Body Therapy 
• Mind-Body Medicine 
• Acupressure Therapy 
• Exercise Therapy 
• Posture Therapy 
• Nutritional Therapy 

Plantar Fasciitis treatment addresses acute and chronic pain. Complementary Therapy recommends that prevention should be consider to reduce or eliminate the recurrence of Plantar Fasciitis.