Treating Your Plantar Fasciitis

If you suffer from stabbing, aching heel pain that runs down the side of your foot, don’t ignore it. You could have plantar fasciitis, a common condition treated by our podiatrist. Dr. Kevin Dodson at Dodson Foot Clinic offers comprehensive podiatry services, including diagnosis and treatment of plantar fasciitis. He has two convenient office locations in Bettendorf, IA, and East Moline, IL, to help you and your feet feel better.

What You Need To Know About Plantar Fasciitis

Across your heel, there is a thick band of tissue, known as the plantar fascia. This band of tissue can become inflamed, causing the condition known as plantar fasciitis. When you have plantar fasciitis, you may develop signs and symptoms like these:

• Stabbing pain in the arch or heel of your foot
• Foot pain that increases after you get up in the morning
• Foot pain that increases after exercising
• Foot pain that gets worse when you rise from a seated position

Plantar fasciitis can be caused by overpronation, or rolling your feet when you walk. It’s also more common in runners, joggers, and people who experience a high degree of foot stress. Standing or walking on hard surfaces for prolonged periods can also lead to plantar fasciitis.

If you develop mild, occasional plantar fasciitis pain, you might get some relief from your symptoms if you:

• Do arch stretches daily
• Take over-the-counter anti-inflammatory or pain medication
• Change to more supportive, comfortable shoes
• Avoid going barefoot

If you develop moderate to severe chronic plantar fasciitis pain, you should see your podiatrist for treatment. Common professional treatments for plantar fasciitis include:

• Physical therapy to help maintain mobility and flexibility
• Custom-fit orthotics to help support your foot
• Prescription-strength anti-inflammatory medication
• Cortisone injections around your heel

Want To Know More?

To find out more about the causes and treatment of plantar fasciitis, call Dr. Dodson at Dodson Foot Clinic. You can reach him in the Bettendorf, IA, location by calling (563) 355-7252, or in East Moline, IL, by calling (309) 755-3809. Get some relief from plantar fasciitis pain by calling today.