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
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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
About Heel Spurs
A common misconception is that plantar faciitis or policeman's heel is caused by a heel spur. A heel spur is a hook of bone that can form under the heel bone (calcaneus) where the plantar fascia and other muscles of the foot attach. It can be seen by x.ray and sometimes palpated (felt) through the foot. Although associated with plantar faciitis, they are not always … [Read more...] about About Heel Spurs
Why is Plantar fasciitis called Policeman’s foot?
There are many terms for plantar fasciitis and Policeman's foot is probably the most widely used. The term Policeman's foot probably comes from the fact that Plantar fasciitis was a very common problem amongst police officers walking the beat. It can also be referred to as Policeman's Heel. Some of the other terms used are: Heel Spur - Probably one of the most … [Read more...] about Why is Plantar fasciitis called Policeman’s foot?