If you feel pain when you first stand up in the morning, have a burning or numb sensation in your foot, and your symptoms get worse as the day goes on, you may have Plantar Fasciitis. The pain is usually caused by the band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot becoming tight and contracted while you rest. When you start to walk, the tissue pulls and may tear slightly causing pain. Wearing uncomfortable shoes, having poor foot alignment, over-exercising, or injuring your foot can also cause heel pain.
For treatment, proper foot support is crucial. Custom-made orthotics can achieve this. These are inserts for your shoes that fit perfectly to your feet, correcting any alignment issues and providing better support.
This prevents tearing of the ligament and solves the root of the problem. At Southern Podiatry Clinic, we see great results with this simpler treatment. In rare cases, surgery may be needed for more complex issues.
