The most frequent questions we receive have to do with issues concerning the foot, and plantar fasciitis is the most common of the diagnosed issues. 

Plantar fasciitis is a condition that results from overstretched, or ruptured plantar fascia (connective tissue) on the bottom of the foot. The condition may be present in one foot only, but can also be a bi-lateral (both) foot condition.

Described symptoms are minor to severe pain of the plantar fascia each morning, while weight bearing, until soft connective tissue is stretched out. Walkers and runners often complain of pain just under the heel bone during weight bearing, and after exercise.

Plantar Fasciitis can be a manageable condition

with the use of a combination of orthotic devices and stretching exercises. 

 First, and most importantly, one should use a full length insole  to correctly position and support the arch, thereby allowing the plantar fascia to be automatically stretched and supported while walking or running.  The Sports Medicine Store Insoles are manufactured orthotics engineered to produce biomechanical stabilization, support and comfort for the entire foot.

Concurrently, a night splint should be employed when sleeping to maintain the plantar fascia in a stretched position at night. The combination of the two orthotic devices and proper stretching exercises can provide successful management of the condition for a majority of the population affected by Plantar Fasciitis.  Let us help you successfully manage this condition.
      

 

The Sports Medicine Store

417 S.W. Ward Road

Lee's Summit, Mo 64081

Phone: (816) 347-0036  Fax: (816) 347-0760

Email: Sportstherapies@sbcglobal.net