Best Doctors for Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Karimnagar

Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of connective tissue in the foot called plantar fascia causing heel pain. It helps as a shock absorber and provides support to the foot while walking. Plantar fasciitis is mainly caused by over usage of the fascia during activities like prolonged standing, walking, jumping, dancing, running, non supportive footwear, over weight, old age, flat feet. First motion aggravation is a key symptom of plantar fasciitis as first walking during early morning after waking up or walking after prolonged hours of rest causes more pain. Pain will be reduced as the person starts walking for some time. X- ray should be taken in order to rule out calcaneal spur. Management include cold or ice application, stretching, providing adequate rest and avoiding strenuous activities, using orthotics footwear, physiotherapy, night splints. Medication like pain killer are used to reduce the pain, steroid injections, severe cases may be need surgery.