Plantar Fasciitis: Why Does Heel Pain Keep Coming Back?
Heel pain commonly described as plantar fasciitis or plantar fasciopathy can make walking, running and even the first few steps after rest uncomfortable. For some people symptoms settle quickly; for others they persist or repeatedly return.
Why can heel pain persist?
The plantar fascia is exposed to load whenever you stand, walk and run. Changes in activity, prolonged standing and the capacity of the foot and calf to tolerate load can all be relevant. There are also other possible causes of heel pain, so assessment is important when symptoms persist.
Rehabilitation and load management
Treatment commonly involves understanding and temporarily adjusting aggravating activity while progressively building capacity. Exercises may target the calf, foot and related structures depending on the assessment.
Can shockwave therapy be used?
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is one option that may be considered for selected people with persistent plantar fasciitis/fasciopathy. Suitability should be established through assessment and it is generally considered as part of a broader management plan rather than a stand-alone cure.
At Revive Health Chelmsford, shockwave therapy can be incorporated where clinically appropriate without an additional shockwave charge on top of the relevant treatment appointment.
Heel pain assessment in Chelmsford
If heel pain is stopping you walking comfortably, exercising or getting through your working day, our team can assess the problem and discuss appropriate options.
FREE 45-minute assessment for new patients.
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