Has anyone had or have at present, Pl... - Scleroderma & Ray...
Has anyone had or have at present, Plantar faciitis? If so what treatment did you have and has it helped?
I work in a Drs. office and they always order physical therapy with good results.
I suffered with Plantar faciitis for over a year. I went to hospital for physio (though they are simple exercises you can do at home). Had 3 weekly appointments with my Podiatrist, for this and other problems with my feet.
By far the best thing that happened to me was my GP giving me a Steroid injection in my heel. I therefore suggest you ask your GP for this. It did take several weeks to alleviate the pain, but it did finally do the trick.
I asked my GP re a steroid injection having read about it on the Internet, but he said he didn't want to go down that route but doubled my pregabalin. I am seeing my consultant in May so will take his advice if no improvement. In the meantime I am trying various gel insoles which certainly help when walking. Thank you for responding.
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The steroid injection may be a last resort. My condition went on a long time. Hope you can resolve your problem as I know how painful it is.
Yes I did. Because I was trying to compensate for the pain in my feet, I was putting extreme pressure on my leg. I have monthly appointments with my Podiatrist, every 6 months or so they will review how my insoles are acting and will adjust them accordingly.
This is done by highlighting the vulnerable areas of your feet, doing a simple trace with pencil/biro they will send it off and come back 2 weeks later with an insole that perfectly fits the contours of your feet, and gives the maximum help and comfort to your walking ability .Hope this helps.
