Get Help With Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis In Adelaide
Sharp, stabbing pain in your heel? You may have plantar fasciitis, a common foot condition that can cause chronic heel pain.
At Rose Park Podiatry, our experienced podiatrists can diagnose and help treat plantar fasciitis in Adelaide. We do this by thoroughly investigating not only your current symptoms but also any underlying causes. This allows us to better understand each individual case and recommend effective treatment strategies for positive short and long-term results.
What are the symptoms of plantar fasciitis?
- Heel pain
- Sharp pain in the heel first thing in the morning
- Arch pain
- Pain for the first few minutes after rest or prolonged inactivity
- Progression or worsening of symptoms over time
- Radiating pain around the heel
- Swelling
- Tenderness with touch
What can cause or contribute to plantar fasciitis?
- Flat feet or feet that ‘turn in’
- Abnormal gait
- Plantar fasciitis is more common in people aged 40+ years
- High arches
- Inadequate footwear / footwear not suited to your feet
- Repetitive stress or strain
- Increased standing, walking, or running
How do you treat plantar fasciitis?
Symptoms of plantar fasciitis and their severity differ from individual to individual, which is why we take the time to conduct comprehensive assessments. This allows our podiatrists to tailor treatment strategies to each person for better outcomes.
In general, common treatment options include:
- Stretching and strengthening exercises
- Soft custom orthotics
- Massage and dry needling
- Supportive footwear
More serious cases may sometimes need to be addressed with options such as anti-inflammatory medication, corticosteroid injections, or surgery—all of which we can guide you with.
