PODIATRIST DISCUSSES PLANTAR FASCIITIS

"Normal, everyday activities have a strain on these ligaments, but when that area becomes inflamed from overuse, it can cause the ligaments to start to break down, which causes swelling and irritation, which in turn is what causes the pain," says William Spielfogel, DPM, chief of podiatry in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and director of the podiatric medicine and surgery residency program at Lenox Hill Hospital-Northwell Health in New York City. Plantar fasciitis may also be caused by injury. "It's also possible to tear the plantar fascia as the result of repetitive strain from excessive running, walking, or trauma such as landing from jumping," Dr. Spielfogel says.

 

Dr. William Spielfogel

 

A shoe or sneaker with good arch support will be very helpful in managing plantar fasciitis. "You can use an orthotic insert, which can provide the same arch support and cushioning," Dr. Spielfogel says. "If a supportive shoe or orthotic insert is not helping, then you should seek the help of a podiatrist to see if a custom orthotic device or a cortisone injection may be helpful."

 

Source: Jenn Sinrich, The Healthy  [4/1/21]

Courtesy of Barry Block, editor of PM News