Bluebell Physiotherapy Centre

Plantar Fasciitis

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Do you have pain in the heel of your foot which is made worse by prolonged standing, walking or running?

 

Is your pain severe when you take those first few steps in the morning?

 

 

Risk factors:

  • Overweight
  • Flat feet or very high arches
  • Tight calf muscles
  • Pregnant
  • Walking a lot or standing on hard surfaces
  • Shoes with little or no arch support
  • Active in sports (overloading)

 

How can we help?

  • Treatment/advice to help decrease pain and inflammation
  • Stretching programme
  • Biomechanics/footwear assessment
  • Orthotic prescription
  • Exercise to help lose weight
  • Life style advice