Jun 26th
Plantar Fasciitis is a painful foot condition that impacts several people. You may first notice the symptoms in the morning as you attempt to walk, which will lead you to see your doctor. When you receive a diagnosis, it is time to seek various treatments, but how do you treat Plantar Fasciitis? This blog is going to explore a few things that you can do yourself to ease pain and treat this condition from home.
Rest Your Feet Regularly
One of the best treatments for many foot conditions is regularlyresting. The constant walking and standing on your feet can make the pain or condition worse. If you are on your feet for long periods of time, make sure to sit down for about 15 to 30 minutes and put your feet up. If you are able to, you can even slowly massage your feet while you are resting them. This will relieve pain and make it easier for you to walk when you have to get back up.
Use Ice or NSAIDs to Reduce Swelling
Swelling makes this condition difficult and painful to deal with most of the time. A great way to combat the swelling is to take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or use an ice pack or cold items. Always use ice and not heat because heat can aggravate the condition and make it worse. If you decide you want to try heat, always make sure to end the treatment with 15 minutes of ice on your foot. A great suggestion for a massage while putting ice on your foot is to freeze water in a water bottle and then roll your foot over it. This will massage out the pain while applying cold to the problem area helping to eliminate swelling. You can also freeze a golf ball and use it the same way. This tends to target the fascia much easier than a water bottle.
It is important to remember that when using NSAIDs, always make sure to talk to your doctor about the safety of their use for you and if he, or she has any other suggestions regarding medication.
Wear Orthopedic Shoes to Treat Plantar Fasciitis
A great treatment for Plantar Fasciitis, as well as a number of feet, leg, and back conditions is wearing orthopedic shoes. There are many shoes that treat Plantar Fasciitis and will keep your feet pain free. The right kind of shoe is perfect for anyone whether they have this condition or not, but it is especially important if you are in constant pain and unable to walk in the morning. You may even find that purchasing custom orthotic shoes will be the way to go for you as these shoes will be made specifically for your feet and needs. You can also get a night splint to keep the Plantar Fasciitis from making it difficult to walk in the morning.
Plantar Fasciitis Insoles Are Helpful
If you do not want to buy orthotic shoes or find that you do not need any, you can always buy orthotic insoles that are made specifically for Plantar Fasciitis. It is important that you never buy just regular insoles from the store because they may not be what you need, and many do not offer the correct amount of support. Store bought insoles are quite similar to the way shoes are made, which is without the customer’s health and comfort in mind. Orthopedic insoles are made with both in mind and aim to keep your foot pain down, especially when it comes to Plantar Fasciitis.
Stretches and Exercises
Stretching and exercising are yet other wonderful ways to ease pain and treat Plantar Fasciitis. There are a number of stretches you can do, many of which involve calf and ankle stretches. The key thing to remember every time you stretch is to not go too far. If you start feeling pain instead of the normal sensation of stretching, then you will need to stop and not stretch as far. You will make your condition worse if you push through the pain.
The Orthotic Shop understands how painful Plantar Fasciitis is, but we want to help you treat it as best as possible. Take a look around our shop to see all of the wonderful shoes we have that help to treat Plantar Fasciitis and purchase some today!
Jun 24th
This summer is showing that many people are attempting to get healthier, regardless of how much they’d rather stay home watching Netflix. In fact, many have taken to their sidewalks, tracks, and gyms, running more than they have before. Unfortunately, many of these people purchase the first pair of running shoes they see and end up with incredibly sore feet. This tends to keep people from continually running and working out. This blog is going to help you avoid this pain and give you some tips on how to choose the perfect running shoes.
Don’t Fall For The TV Advertisements
Advertisements have one aim and one aim only – getting you to purchase their particular shoe. Advertisements don’t consider what type of foot you have or any other medical issues you may have that impacts your feet. Before purchasing any major name brand shoe, consider what your foot type is and make sure to look into whether or not the shoe will be best for you. Research is your best defense against purchasing shoes that can cause you significant foot, knee, hip, and back pain. You can find a number of orthopedic running shoes that will work perfectly for you and keep you feet from being in pain and feeling worn out, helping you continue to run and get healthy.
Are You Running On Roads Or Trails?
Before purchasing any shoes, whether orthopedic or not, you will need to make sure you know where you will be taking them. What we mean is that you need to decide whether you will be running on roads and sidewalks or trails? This matters significantly in what type of shoe you will need in order to keep your feet from being tired or sore.
Running shoes for pavement, and occasional runs on tightly packed surfaces are made to be lighter and more flexible. These will stabilize your feet as you continually run on hard surfaces and will provide cushion, keeping pain from forming in your feet or further up to your knees, hips, and back.
Running shoes for trails are enhanced for optimal performance and protection when going onto uneven, off-road routes. These shoes will make sure that you do not have significant pain due to lack of support or that you will not become easily injured. These shoes are fortified and give incredible stability and support, as well as protection for the underneath portion of your feet.
Get Measurements Of Your Feet
Always get measurements of your feet. We aren’t referring to just knowing the shoe size you will need. You need to make sure you have shoes that fit the width of your foot, as well. Don’t get shoes that feel too tight, but also stay away from shoes that are quite loose. (You can usually get a half size from the majority of retailers if need be.) Always try on the shoes before purchasing them and make sure you understand the retailer’s return policy so that you know if you can bring the shoes back if they do not work. In addition, it is wise to know what type of arch support you will need. You need to know if you have a high arch, normal arch, or low arch, as well as whether or not you have flat feet. You can get your feet measured correctly at a few stores, and you can even request to get a foot measurement from your doctor.
Never Run In Shoes That Hurt
One of the most important things regarding choosing the perfect running shoes is that you stop running in whichever shoe you’ve chosen if it starts to hurt. The shoes may not hurt when you try them on, and they might not hurt just by walking around in them. You may notice pain once you start running or a little while into your run. If this happens, slow down to a walk. When you return to the locker room or home, take the shoes off and return them to the store if possible. Try on some other shoes until you find the right ones for you.
The Orthotic Shop provides excellent running shoes for people who want optimal cushion and support. Outside of our orthopedic running shoes and insoles, we offer a number of orthotics ranging from diabetic shoes to regular orthopedic shoes and custom made shoes. Take a look around our shop and purchase some today!
