Pain from impingement or damage to the sciatic nerve can refer to the heel of the foot leading people to think they have plantar fasciitis. Nerves feeding the lower limb all originate from the lumbar spine just where it attaches to the pelvis. These form a bundle of nerves around the buttock region and is commonly referred to as the sciatic nerve. Wear and tear, injury and … [Read more...] about Sciatica
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Morton’s Toe and Plantar Fasciitis
Morton's toe is the common term for a condition where the second toe appears longer than the first or big toe. Also referred to as Morton's syndrome or Long Toe, it is the 1st metatarsal (big toe bone) which is indeed shorter than the second. The smaller joint of the second toe, therefore lays ahead of the first and as such is forced to bear the weight when … [Read more...] about Morton’s Toe and Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Treatment for plantar fasciitis or policeman's heel has been shown to be more effective in the earlier stages. Current NHS guidelines PLANTAR FACIITIS TREATMENT ALGORITHM based on severity of symptoms Mild (all easy to achieve in primary care) • Patient Education • Orthotics or temporary supports • Passive stretching exercises • Ice and heat • … [Read more...] about Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Causes of Plantar Fasciitis
The causes of Plantar fasciitis or policeman's foot as it is more commonly known, are many and varied. Indeed there are other conditions of the foot which can easily be mistaken for plantar fasciitis. A common misconception is that plantar fasciitis is caused by heel spurs. Heel spurs may indeed be present but if anything, they are secondary to the plantar condition. As … [Read more...] about Causes of Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms
What are the symptoms of Plantar fasciitis? Pain under the heel towards the middle of the foot. Many people describe this like walking on a nail or having a stone in the shoe. Often worse in the morning, due to the fascia tightening overnight or after periods of being seated. Pain eases once the foot becomes more flexible but can worsen with long periods of … [Read more...] about Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms