Plantar fasciitis

[CatMo13]

Well the clue is in the title😐 Haven’t been able to run for 3 weeks and now have been told by my physio another two to 3 months off! Gutted . I’m gonna miss running and will need to do something else. But nothing cuts it ! Swimming is a hassle - cycling is a bore ! All of you lucky runners enjoy summer runs! Maybe I’ll be back one day. Bye bye all on here 😘

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

I do feel for you. My friend was incapacitated by PF last summer; it’s so depressing. But do all the exercises- they do work. 🤕

[CatMo13 in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks Dexy - did your friend get back to running ?

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

She got it before she could start doing c25k. But she is now on week 6, with no problems. Her name is @OldGirlruns if you want to contact her. I’m sure she can let you know what she did. But patience is needed.

[CatMo13 in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks so much I’ll see if I can find her .

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

The important thing is not to wear flip flops or other unsupportive shoes. I bought her some special socks online too. Google nhs plantar faciitus for exercises. Good luck

[CatMo13 in reply to Dexy5]

Okay I will look for that. Yes I have arch support always as I had an operation on my feet when I was a teen and my physio says this would be the root cause of the trouble. Thanks for your support Dexy it really is lovely to hear from you. 😊

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10]

Sorry to hear this CatMo... that couple of months will fly by, and Autumn running is much more comfortable 😓...you will be back and we will be here waiting.

Take care enjoy your summer, walking, cycling, swimming will all keep you active and fit.😊xx

[CatMo13 in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Thanks Jan ! I’m thinking of joining the lido for the summer now to keep the fitness up... and true it is very hot for running now 😊

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

I see you have! Looks great, enjoy your swims with sea views! 😊xx

[CatMo13 in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

I did ! First visit to the forum here for 4months. Finally starting to do some week ones as you know from my Strava Jan!

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

And still swimming I see! 😊xx

[angie31964]

Hi, I don't know anything about PF. Would having a gait analysis help and a special insole? I was offer one today (for £45! 😵) I realise it may be too late now. Can you use a cross trainer?

[CatMo13 in reply to angie31964]

Hi Angie - yes you’re right I do need the insole - I did have that and gait analysis but it still wasn’t enough for my old feet 🙄 I think cos I’d been running further I may have over done it. 😑 I think it’s worth it though - but now am thinking maybe they should have given me a supportive trainer rather than neutral ... although the sports therapist said neutral and so did the shop ....?

[angie31964 in reply to CatMo13]

Maybe try a different shop? What a shame x

[Fabulous450 Graduate10]

Oh CatMo, so sorry to hear about your PF!! It’s a long time to delay of course, but it’s not a denial. One thing for sure is that the time will pass and running will still be here. Maybe your other, in the meanwhile activities, will mean that recovery is swifter than anticipated. Best wishes!! 🤗❤️

[CatMo13 in reply to Fabulous450]

Thanks Fabulous 😊 yes that’s true at least she didn’t say I’ll never run again! 💚

[Fabulous450 Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

I know it’s not the same, but I tell myself that in my no running gaps too!! 🤗🤗❤️

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Oh what a shame CatMo. Please don’t write running off though. You’ll need some rest from it for a while, but you’ll come back.

I had a mild case of PF during C25K. I was able to continue running, in fact I found it didn’t hurt as much as walking. I used all sorts of aids - compression sock, tubular bandage, gel insert - I’m not sure if they were all necessary but they were placebo at the very minimum! It lasted a few weeks and gradually subsided. It hasn’t ever returned, nearly a year later, *touch wood* 🤞 Like I say, it must have been mild for me to run on it. I’m not advocating that you try!

So continue exercising as you can, and maybe you’ll surprise yourself with a quicker recovery than you expect. Good luck! 😀

[CatMo13 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Ooo that’s good to know cheeky chipmunk 🐿 Okay I have a few things to google now 😁 When I get back to running I can see myself doing the C25k again !!! Third time lucky maybe 😊😁

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

We’ll be here to cheer you on! Keep us updated CatMo! 👏❤️

[CatMo13 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Arh thanks! And thanks to you all this morning cos you’ve actually inspired me to get my lido membership!!! The power of this forum - I had given up hope of posting even 😊 Thank you everyone 💚🙌

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

This forum is therapy in itself! ❤️❤️

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

I had a heel pain this morning and it was mild but now I have all sorts of worries in my mind because I’ve heard so many people talk about PF! Are there any over the counter remedies do you know! It’s an inflammation isn’t it so maybe ibuprofen?!

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10 in reply to JaoJao]

Yes ibuprofen would definitely help with the inflammation. It might not be PF, just play it by ear for a few days. Fingers crossed it’ll subside by itself. 🤞

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Yes I think I am over worrying, only happened this morning.

[Wimborne]

Oh Catmo13 I am really sorry to read this. PF is so painful. I hope that rest and exercises will see the back of it and really hope one day you can get those trainers on again. Take care and speedy healing.

[Yogaandrun]

Oh no, what a bummer. Take care of yourself and do the exercises.

[linda9389 Graduate10]

Oh no. I feel your pain! I'm stuck in an ortho boot with a stress fracture in my foot. Havent run since mid May and going to be a while yet. I've taken out my bike after not touching it for about 8 years. Like you, I considered it a bore and didn't even consider using it for cross training between runs. But I can honestly say it has kept me sane over the last few weeks. I really feel as if I'm keeping the fitness in my legs and glutes and that I'm pushing my cardio. I'm out in the fresh air with quality me time again. I'm also finding new routes! Do try it. You never know you might find it different since running? I'm also doing some Caroline Jordan videos from you tube - 'hurt foot workouts' - to help keep upper body and core in shape. Sympathy, good luck and speedy healing. You'll be back 👍

[CatMo13 in reply to linda9389]

Thanks Linda. Oh no was that caused by running ? Good to hear that you have found joy in cycling! My hubby is a long distance cyclist so I have lots of bike advice from him 😁. Thanks for sharing your pain it helps to know I’m not the only one and I hope we can both get back to running some time 😊

[linda9389 Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

Yes, probably from running. And yes, we will be back - me with a new found love for my bike 😂, maybe you too All the very best.

[CatMo13 in reply to linda9389]

Thanks. So how can you prevent the stress fracture? Is it more common in post meno women I wonder ? Just been for a swim and am pleased with that - thanks again 🏊‍♀️

[linda9389 Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

I'm not sure how to prevent it! Take vit D, eat calcium rich foods, build up gradually, stretch before, etc. Apart from foot stretches I pretty much did all that - calcium may be a bit low. I did my first three HMs in about 8 weeks having trained carefully. I guess it was just too much. With hindsight, there were warning signs which I won't ignore next time. When I finally get to the fracture clinic a week Monday I will be asking the question how to avoid it happening again (whilst still running HMs of course 😀)

[CatMo13 in reply to linda9389]

Haha good attitude! Yes ask lots of questions - I have a friend who had the same and she was told her bones were not strong enough and she had to do Hiit training . Good luck 😉

[linda9389 Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

Eek. Thats not what I want to hear. I am post menopausal though, so we willl see!

[CatMo13 in reply to linda9389]

But on a positive note her bones have now really strengthened so the hiit worked and she upped her calcium intake too. Plus yours is probably not the same cause I’m sure🌟

[linda9389 Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

That's really good. Just realised, by me taking calcium supplements for the last two weeks that would likely confuse any screening they may do. Hey ho. Would rather get fixed first.

[linda9389 Graduate10 in reply to linda9389]

... and not holding my breath for NHS screening at this stage anyway!

[Seuzan]

I had PF for about a month and then it mysteriously vanished. I put a tin of beans in the freezer to make it ice cold and then took it out when frozen & rolled my foot over it. Really eases the pain.

The other thing that helps is standing on a step with your heels half off & gently stretch the heels down (it helps lengthen the Achilles‘ tendon & loosens things up).

Hope it goes away soon! ☀️

[CatMo13 in reply to Seuzan]

Thank you I’ve taken your tips 💚

[ArthurJG Graduate10]

That’s unfortunate. I had it once before I started running but didn’t know what it was so didn’t know whether to rest it or walk it off. So it got a lot worse before I finally saw sense and went to my GP, who told me exactly what you’ve been told: rest it and it gets better by itself but it may take some months. The nature of my job meant I was still walking more than I should have been, but I did my best to rest it and it did indeed get better with no treatment other than rest but yes it took a considerable time. You have my sympathy but please be reassured it will get better in its own time and you’ll be able to run again. When you are able to consider running, maybe investigate running shoes with extra cushioning.

[CatMo13]

Thanks Arthur - yes I may have to get some more new trainers although only been running 18mo months and already had 2 pairs ! I have gone back to swimming to keep me fit in the meantime 😊

[Jell6 Graduate10]

Of course you will be back!.

My husband had this for a few months, but eventually he got back to his previous Gazelle like form😶 he runs miles I run kms!!!!

[Pianism Graduate10]

I'm so sorry to hear of your PF - I had a mild form some years ago and it was very painful. Do look after yourself, get the best advice you can and follow it. I've managed to tear my plantar fascia this week and I suspect that will be a long recovery and a lifetime of further problems. Hey ho. Into the gym for at least 3 months!

[CatMo13 in reply to Pianism]

Oh no I’m so sorry to hear that! How did you do that? Thanks Pianism I will stick to no running and my treatment plan from physio - good luck with your recovery too x 🍀

[CatMo13 in reply to Pianism]

Okay I’ve been to your post and saw you did a speedy 10km!! Well if you will do these crazy things 🤪 I’m just jealous as never got further than 6km 😊

[Pianism Graduate10 in reply to CatMo13]

Had physio yesterday and found the benefits of proper advice... turns out my physio is a marathon runner. First thing she told me was to take the orthotics out of my shoes as they aren't designed for use with support shoes. Next she had a look at my foot and it turns out it isn't a torn plantar fascia at all - it's one of the other ligaments. So should be back up and running in 3 months. If you can afford it, get some physio from someone who knows runners and running!

[CatMo13 in reply to Pianism]

That good news - hope you are back running now - I will visit your profile to check out news 😊

[JaoJao Graduate10]

I had a heel pain this morning, it was mild, it’s only in one foot! What’s the advice?