Plantar fasciitisPosts and articles about Plantar fasciitisBlogJanik Sundstrom5 Best Hiking Boot Insoles to Wear for Plantar FasciitisAs someone who enjoys hiking, you rely heavily on your hiking boots to carry you over challenging terrains. This makes proper foot support essential to avoid in...BlogBabafemi AdebajoHow to Massage Plantar Fasciitis: Best Techniques and ToolsPlantar fasciitis is a common and often debilitating cause of foot and heel pain. It is most noticeable as a sharp, stabbing pain first thing in the morning [1]...BlogDr. Isha KambleShould People With Flat Feet Wear Barefoot Shoes? Podiatrist Deep DiveFlat feet affects roughly 20-30% of the population [1]. Most people with flat feet have been told the same thing their entire lives: you need arch support. Then...BlogBabafemi Adebajo5 Anti-Inflammatory Nutrients to Support Plantar Fasciitis RecoveryImagine being stopped in your tracks—literally—by a sharp, searing pain with every step you take. Plantar fasciitis it's a persistent condition that can rob you...BlogJanik Sundstrom5 Best Insoles for Tennis Players to Prevent Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis is one of the most common injuries reported by both recreational and elite athletes. Inflammation in the plantar fascia causes intense pain, e...BlogBabafemi AdebajoPickleball and Plantar Fasciitis: Managing Discomfort on the CourtDo you find yourself wondering why your heel hurts after playing pickleball? Among the many related problems players encounter, Plantar Fasciitis is among the m...BlogJanik Sundstrom7 Best Insoles for Treating Plantar Fasciitis-Related Calf PainPlantar fasciitis-related calf pain is a commonly reported condition if you spend the majority of the day on your feet, you're an athlete, or wear high heel sho...BlogBabafemi Adebajo7 Best Cycling Shoe Insoles for Plantar FasciitisAs good and enjoyable as cycling is, it can have detrimental effects on your feet. If you throw plantar fasciitis into the mix, cycling can become a significant...CommunityCan a massage make plantar fasciitis worse?Would it be okay to use a foot massager for my plantar fasciitis, or should I get someone to massage my foot by hand instead?CommunityWhat are the best insoles or orthotics for Plantar Fasciitis?If I just want to go purchase a generic set of insoles or orthotics for my plantar fasciitis, what should I be looking out for?AnswersBabafemi AdebajoCan a Vitamin B12 Deficiency Cause Plantar Fasciitis?Plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain, affects millions worldwide. While factors like overuse and improper footwear are well-known contributors, the ro...BlogBabafemi AdebajoHeel Spur vs. Plantar Fasciitis: Differences, Causes, and TreatmentsThere are a thousand and one conditions that cause foot pain, many of which have similar symptoms, such as restricted movement. Consequently, these conditions o...BlogBabafemi AdebajoHeel Pain: How Achilles Tendonitis and Plantar Fasciitis DifferAchilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis are two common causes of pain in the foot and are frequently confused. This is because they both cause pain in the hee...BlogBabafemi AdebajoBaxter’s Nerve Entrapment: Symptoms, Causes and TreatmentAs the name implies, Baxter’s nerve entrapment is the entrapment of the Baxter’s nerve, otherwise known as the inferior calcaneal nerve. This nerve runs from th...BlogBabafemi AdebajoThings to Avoid With Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis results from micro-tears and a thickening of the plantar fascia. This tightening of the ligamentous band at the sole of the feet causes pain. ...BlogDr. Pooja GajareDo Orthotic Insoles Work for Heel Pain?Heel pain is the common complaint of individuals affected by most foot conditions. There are various causes of heel pain, such as: Calcaneum heel spursPlantar f...BlogBabafemi AdebajoBenefits of Wearing Arch Supports for Your Feet and AnklesOur environment is constantly changing, and our feet are no exception. The way we live, work, and play puts a lot of stress on our feet, which can lead to pain ...BlogJanik SundstromBest Orthotics for Flat Feet and Plantar FasciitisFlat feet and plantar fasciitis can turn your world upside down. The constant ache, the disrupted sleep, and the limitations on your daily activities can be unb...BlogStaff Writer4 Signs Your Plantar Fasciitis Is HealingPlantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the fibrous tissue (plantar fascia) on the bottom of your foot that connects your heel bone to your toes. It is a condit...BlogDr. Pooja GajareThe Effectiveness of Cortisone Injections for Plantar FasciitisOften, many individuals who suffer from heel pain may have a common foot condition called plantar fasciitis, an inflammatory condition that affects the plantar ...BlogJanik SundstromDo Epsom Salt Foot Soaks Help Plantar Fasciitis?Epsom salt, a water-soluble mineral compound consisting of magnesium and sulfate, has been around for years as a home remedy for relieving pain in the feet. Mag...BlogJanik SundstromBest Herbs for Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis is one of the most common conditions affecting the heel of the foot. Pain arises from the inflammation of the plantar fascia, which originates...BlogBabafemi AdebajoMagnesium for Plantar Fasciitis: How It Can Relieve Heel Pain Plantar fasciitis isn't just a nuisance—it's a sign that your feet need extra care. The persistent heel pain can be debilitating, often most intense during the ...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoBest Tennis Ball Exercises for Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis is caused by a thickening and inflammation of the plantar fascia at the sole of the feet and causes significant pain. It can be easily treated...BlogBabafemi AdebajoCustom Orthotics for Plantar Fasciitis—{year} ReviewNo matter the type of orthotics, a good pair of foot orthotics will help reduce the symptoms of plantar fasciitis by reducing the strain on the plantar fascia w...BlogBabafemi AdebajoDifferent Types of Custom OrthoticsOrthotics are special heel or shoe inserts prescribed by a doctor to treat foot, leg, hip, or back problems and relieve any pain and discomfort that arises. The...BlogBabafemi AdebajoPotential Causes and Diagnosis of Pain at the Back of the HeelHeel pain is a common cause of discomfort in many people. It’s a symptom with a diverse number of causes ranging from those that affect the heel bone directly t...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoShould You Use Hard or Soft Orthotics for Plantar Fasciitis?Walking with plantar fasciitis is painful. Thankfully, orthotics can often be used to help address the pain. Research has shown that orthotics can improve funct...AnswersJoel TaylorCan Memory Foam Insoles Cause Plantar Fasciitis?Memory foam insoles seem like a great idea when you first purchase them as there are few materials that could match them in comfort. Especially if you suffer fr...AnswersHosea MachioCan You Lift Weights With Plantar Fasciitis?Hardly anything ruins working out quite like an injury. Weightlifting or strength training has amazing cardiovascular and muscle-building benefits, but it may ...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoCan Plantar Fasciitis Cause Knee Pain?The hip, knee, and ankle form a kinematic chain that ensures proper movement. When one is affected, the chance of the others being affected increases dramatical...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoCan High Arches Cause Plantar Fasciitis and What Are the Symptoms?For some, they are born with high arches. For others, it is the result of underlying conditions like cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, polio, st...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoTarsal Tunnel Syndrome vs. Plantar Fasciitis: Similarities and DifferencesTwo of the most common causes of foot pain are tarsal tunnel syndrome and plantar fasciitis. Both conditions present with a significant amount of pain but diffe...AnswersJanik SundstromPros and Cons of Cortisone Injections for Plantar FasciitisA cortisone injection in the plantar fascia in the foot, usually in the area where the most pain is experienced, can help relieve symptoms associated with plant...AnswersJanik SundstromCollagen and Plantar Fasciitis: What’s the Connection?Pain associated with plantar fasciitis is due to the degeneration of the collagen fibers making up the plantar fascia. This mostly occurs on the inner side of ...AnswersJanik SundstromHow Can Diclofenac (Voltaren) Relieve Plantar Fasciitis Pain?Plantar fasciitis is a condition of the sole of the foot whereby pain and inflammation arise in the plantar fascia due to overuse or injury. The pain is usually...AnswersJanik SundstromArnica Gels and Creams for Plantar Fasciitis: Do They Work?Arnica gels and creams are a safe and cost-effective homeopathic remedy for treating sore muscles and bruises. Arnica gel is derived from the Arnica montana flo...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoPlantar Fasciitis vs. Gout: Similarities and DifferencesPlantar fasciitis and gout are two of the most common causes of forefoot pain. The conditions are a result of inflammation and can lead to significant foot pain...AnswersJanik SundstromPlantar Fasciitis vs. Baxter’s Neuritis (Neuropathy)Pain in the heel is a commonly reported complaint, with pain ranging from mild to debilitating. There are many conditions that cause heel pain, such as Achilles...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoCBD Cream for Plantar Fasciitis: Does It Help?In recent years, CBD has gained greater market exposure. It is one of more than 100 active compounds found in the cannabis plant. Due to its potential health be...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoHow Glucosamine Helps With Plantar FasciitisAccording to The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, about 2 million Americans suffer from conditions associated with heel pain annually. Of these, planta...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoCan Alcohol Aggravate Plantar Fasciitis?Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the thick ligament that runs from the heel bone to the toes. It is a common cause of heel pain, especially in people tha...AnswersJanik SundstromCan Acupuncture Effectively Treat Plantar Fasciitis?Heel pain experienced when taking your first steps in the morning is commonly reported in those suffering from plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is character...AnswersJanik SundstromCan Too Much Arch Support Trigger Plantar Fasciitis?Plantar fasciitis is a condition where the plantar fascia ligament, which supports the arch of your foot, becomes irritated and inflamed. One of the most common...BlogStaff WriterPlantar Fasciitis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, and MoreThe latest research is showing that plantar fasciitis consists of small micro-tears and thickening in the plantar fascia itself (the band of soft tissue that ma...AnswersBabafemi AdebajoCycling With Plantar Fasciitis: Tips From a Physical TherapistPlantar fasciitis is one of the leading causes of heel pain. It is the tightening of the ligamentous band that connects the toes to the heel. Often, it occurs b...CommunityAre flat feet and plantar fasciitis the same thing?Hi, are plantar fasciitis and fallen arches/flat feet synonymous? CommunityDo memory foam insoles help with plantar fasciitis?I'm suffering from policeman's heel and I'm looking for solutions. I don't know if I should go for hard or soft orthotics or inserts. What are the best insole...CommunityCan diclofenac help plantar fasciitis?I usually use diclofenac gel for general aches and pains in my body. Can it work for something as nuanced as plantar fasciitis? CommunityWhat are the healing stages of plantar fasciitis?How do I know if the plantar fasciitis I have is healing?CommunityAm likely to get plantar fasciitis if I have high-arched feet?My left foot has been starting to swell up more of late, the Achilles tendon has been rather stiff, and it hurts to walk on it at all. I have had arched feet fo...CommunityAm I allowed to wear Crocs if I have plantar fasciitis? I love my Crocs and I wear them every single day. I don't want to stop wearing them, but I recently developed plantar fasciitis and don't want to aggravate it. ...CommunityCan plantar fasciitis cause calf muscle pain?I am suddenly experiencing a lot of pain in my calves, and I don't know if this could be due to my plantar fasciitis or not. Can it cause me to experience pain ...CommunityHow long does it take for orthotics to help plantar fasciitis to go away?Greetings, fellow humans. I went and bought myself custom orthotics to help me get through plantar fasciitis, but now I can't help wondering how long I will h...CommunityCan doing squats irritate your plantar fasciitis?Squats aren't really a high intensity exercise like running is, so I was wondering if it would irritate platar fasciitis at all, or if you would be able to do t...CommunityHow can I treat my plantar fasciitis if I'm on my feet all day for my construction job?I have plantar fasciitis, and my doctor recommended I take it easy and get off my feet as much as possible. Unfortunately, this isn't really possible because I'...CommunityAre orthotics necessary for plantar fasciitis?Hi, I went to a doctor the other day because my left foot has been incredibly sore, and they told me I've got plantar fasciitis. They gave me some stretches t...CommunityCan you put too much Epsom salt in a footbath?I have plantar fasciitis, and I'm going to try soaking my feet in Epsom salts to relieve the pain. Is it possible to use too much Epsom salt? CommunityDoes Epsom salt draw out pain?Hi, can I use an Epsom salt soak to relieve the pain from plantar fasciitis? CommunityHow long does it take Epsom salt to work?If I soak my feet in Epsom salts, how long can I expect it to take before relieving the pain from plantar fasciitis? CommunityShould I rinse my feet off after an Epsom salt soak?Evening all, I want to soak my feet in a footbath with some Epsom salt, and hopefully, it will bring some relief from this plantar fasciitis. Should I rinse my ...CommunityWhat is the difference between sea salt, table salt, and Epsom salt?Hello ladies and gentlemen. Can someone please tell me the difference between sea salt, table salt, Epsom salt? Can I use any of them for relieving pain from pl...CommunityCan custom orthopedic insoles cause knee pain?Is it normal that my knees hurt since I got my orthotics for plantar fasciitis? Ever since I got the insoles, my knees hurt so much, and I can’t squat as much a...CommunityMemory foam vs. orthotics material for my Plantar Fasciitis?I read somewhere that material orthotics is bad for ball-of-foot pain. Now, I'm not really sure what the best insoles would be for me to wear. What should I co...CommunityDo Orthotics help with heel pain from Plantar Fasciitis?Are custom and premade Orthotics able to relieve the heel pain from Plantar Fasciitis?CommunityCan tight hips cause plantar fasciitis?I've never had any issues with my feet, only my hips. However, it seems that I'm developing plantar fasciitis in my left foot. Could this be due to my hips? CommunityHow to tell the difference between heel spurs vs. plantar fasciitis?A dull pain started in my heel two days ago, and this morning, it was painful to stand. I'm not sure if it's plantar fasciitis or heel spur. Do you know? CommunityDoes plantar fasciitis cause heel spurs?It started with plantar fasciitis, and 6 months later, it started becoming hard to walk barefoot. My heel has started aching, and now and then, there would be a...CommunityCan plantar fasciitis cause a bone spur?Is it possible for plantar fasciitis to cause bone spurs in my lower back? Or is this something completely separate? CommunityWhat are the symptoms of heel spur vs. plantar fasciitis?I don't know if I have plantar fasciitis or heel spur. What are the symptoms of each and how do I tell the difference? CommunityWhy does my heel hurt when stretching?I've started following a routine of doing stretches every day. However, when I strateched out my foot I felt a burning sensation mixed with a dull ache. I don't...CommunityDo hard plastic insoles cause more damage to the plantar fascia?Today I met an orthopedic doctor sitting next to my husband and me at a restaurant, and I decided to ask him his thoughts on PF treatments. He then asked me wha...CommunityIs walking good for plantar fasciitis?Would it be okay for me to walk if I have plantar fasciitis, or is it better to stay off the foot?CommunityAre custom orthotics able to give long-term pain relief from my plantar fasciitis?I have plantar fasciitis in the middle of my left foot for years and it flares up all the time. Any suggestions as to long-term pain relief?CommunityShould I use soft or hard insoles for my Plantar Fasciitis?If I don't end up purchasing custom ones and just want to go with the generics because they are cheaper, should I get the hard ones or the softer ones?CommunityWhich foot massager is best for plantar fasciitis?I'm looking to buy a massager to help with the plantar fasciitis in my foot. I would love to get an electronic one, would it be okay?CommunityWhere should I massage for plantar fasciitis?I want to try massaging my foot to ease the pain and hopefully bring a bit f relief. What part of my foot should I be massaging to ease plantar fasciitis? CommunityCan wearing insoles cure plantar fasciitis?I want to get rid of this ailment permanently. Will it ever go away if I buy and permanently wear specialised insoles? Oh, and are there any long-term effects I...CommunityHow hard does the material of the orthotic need to be for plantar fasciitis?Should it be rather hard to support the foot or soft for a cushion for relief? How do they differ from each other?CommunityCan Plantar fasciitis heal within a week?If I had to follow all the indications on how to heal plantar fasciitis (exercises, orthotics, etc.), would it be possible for it to be healed within a week?CommunityWhen is plantar fasciitis healed?After struggling with plantar fasciitis for a couple of months, I went in for surgery, and I can still feel the tendon stiffen up ever so slightly. When will th...CommunityCan plantar fasciitis be completely healed?I've been following treatment from a podiatrist for my plantar fasciitis for about a year now, and my ankle has never been completely the same. Will it ever be ...CommunityHow do I know if my plantar fasciitis is getting better?Does plantar fasciitis get worse before it starts to get better? I've been stretching my ankle, wearing orthotics, massaging it, etc., and it is feeling slightl...CommunityIs there a link between plantar fasciitis and psoriatic arthritis?The location of the pain in the two cases seems to be in similar regions. This got me wondering if there is any link between the two? CommunityIs it possible to have a heel spur without plantar fasciitis?I know that there is a relationship between the two, but is it possible to have one without the other? For example, can I have heel spurs, but not have plantar ...CommunityHow long does it take for a cortisone shot to kick in?I am getting a cortisone shot for my plantar fasciitis. How long will it take before I feel relief from the pain after I take the shot? I hope that it's immedia...CommunityShould I buy new insoles or new shoes?Am I better buying some more insoles or buying some of the shoes people mention? I see oofos, Hokkas, brooks. I am so lost with what to buy and does anyone reco...CommunityWhat creams help to relieve burning and tingling feetHave tingling .burning .and prickly feeling in my feet all the time..
