Q: Have Foot or Heel Pain?
A: Plantar fasciitis causes stabbing pain
in the heel that typically occurs upon
awaking and after prolonged sitting or
standing. Plantar fasciitis involves pain
and inflammation of a thick band of tissue
that runs across the bottom of your foot,
connecting your heel to your toes. A
physical therapist can teach foot stabilization, stretching
and strengthening exercises to decrease the pain. Some
patients, when appropriate, receive “ASTYM” treatments,
which is a non-invasive manual therapy that works quickly
to rejuvenate damaged tissue. If you have foot or heel pain,
ask your doctor about Certified ASTYM treatments.