This special kit is designed to act upon trigger points responsible for plantar fasciitis or lower limb pain. Trigger points are thought to be "knots" in soft tissue which can refer pain to other related areas. Practitioners who specialise in musculoskeletal treatments often use these trigger points to diminish pain and promote healing. There are many theories surrounding … [Read more...] about Trigger Point Therapy Kit
Foot Pain
Long term foot problems linked to “pretty shoes”
Recent research confirms foot pain and long term damage caused by incorrect and fashionable footwear. According to a recent study, one third of women say they wear high heels every day and 75 percent of those women say they experience regular foot pain and suffer from bunions, arthritic big toes, calluses, hammer toes, and plantar warts. “Many women wear shoes to work every … [Read more...] about Long term foot problems linked to “pretty shoes”
Sciatica
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
Plantar Fasciitis and the Big Toe
The first or big toe plays a very important role in human gait and any injury or problem affecting the big toe can lead to plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue that stretches from the front of the heel (calcaneus) to the first joint of the big toe and the flexibility of this toe plays a vital role in shock absorption and propulsion. If there is a … [Read more...] about Plantar Fasciitis and the Big Toe
Arthritis and Plantar Faciitis
Various types of arthritis can cause foot pain and affect the arch of the foot, the ankle and the toes. Plantar fasciitis can be a secondary problem associated with joint conditions. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the medical term for degenerative arthritis. Damage to the joint and cartilage leaves bone surfaces unprotected and exposed, becoming stiff, painful and tender. … [Read more...] about Arthritis and Plantar Faciitis