Plantar fasciitis getting you down?

 I've tried acupuncture, massage, wearing supportive shoes, not wearing shoes at all... Believe me when I tell you, plantar fasciitis stinks!!!! What does it feel like? Imagine driving a screw into your heel bone; no exaggeration!

So what is it and what can you do about it?  

Plantar fasciitis is a disorder of the insertion site of the ligament on the bone characterized by micro tears, breakdown of collagen, and scarring. Not a very easy fix, but there are things that can help. 

1. Massage: massage the lower leg muscles, especially the Achilles and Soleus. This is not a proven technique, but has been an effective treatment for me in the past.

2. Stretching: stretching the calves, achilles, and muscles of the feet consistently can help.

3. Rest: This may be easier said than done. Many of us who suffer from plantar fasciitis are active, which could contribute to the problem in the first place. Taking a test from running, jumping, and high impact activities can improve pain. A couple years ago, I had geek pain that lasted months. I joke about it, but getting breast implants healed my plantar fasciitis. I couldn't exercise for 3 weeks and that period of rest did more for my recovery than anything else I'd tried.

I am currently wearing a compression sock to help alleviate my heel pain. I will let you know how effective it is once I've worn it for a few days. 

Fellow sufferers, I feel your pain. Don't Give up. Hopefully, this will give you some direction as to how to get some relief.  Be well. 

BHW 

 compression sock