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Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis
The plantar fascia is a strong band of tissue that runs along the sole of the foot from the heel to the toes. It helps to support the foot rather like the tension rope of a tension bridge.
The fascia can become strained or torn anywhere along the course of the plantar fascia, although commonly beneath the heel, and is generally termed plantar fasciitis. This is the most common foot complaint we see and is thought to occur in 10% of the population.
Studies have shown that the fascia is not actually inflamed and therefore the term fasciitis is not strictly accurate. As a result, this can be referred to as plantar fasciosis or fasciopathy as it is more of a degenerative condition.
Symptoms include foot pain in the arch/heel region which is generally worse upon rising in the morning from bed or after being sat for a prolonged period of time.
As with any foot condition Plantar fasciitis will take a period of time to heal.
Here at UK Podiatry our Podiatrists will recommend a treatment plan and will work with you to help you get back to your activities pain free.
Treatments include:
- Footwear changes
- Foot Mobilisation
- Rehabilitation exercise programme
- Orthotics
If you need help in treating your plantar fasciitis then please call 0161 929 7272 or email our team for advice on your booking.
We are open Monday to Friday, offering evening appointments for flexibility to our clients. Please call 0161 929 7272 or email info@ukpodiatry.com for more information.
Excellent service, very professional. Playing a lot of sport, I came to see Steve regarding my painful stress fracture in my foot. He made tailored orthotics for me and they work a treat! All staff were so warm and welcome with a Covid-19 safe environment. Would 100% recommend Steve to anyone and everyone!
Walking had become very painful, I’d tried standard off-the-shelf orthotics recommended by another podiatrist, which only helped a little. Steve took casts of my feet, and also tailored the orthotics when they arrived. With some parts cut away and with additions stuck on they may look makeshift, but they work a treat, I’ve been walking pain-free.
Extremely professional. Pain in my feet resolved by orthotics made from a mould so they fit exactly and have realigned my feet allowing me improved balance. I can highly recommend this podiatrist.
UK Podiatry
25 Barrington Road
Altrincham
Cheshire, WA14 1HP
Telephone: 0161 929 7272
Email: info@ukpodiatry.com
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