(Newly diagnosed) I had been feeling this weird pain in my foot for almost a year, but I honestly had no idea what it was. It just kept getting worse until I was finally diagnosed with plantar fasciitis. What a hell of a pain. Now I have no idea what actually works for PF or what I should even be trying, so here I am, sliding into this forum like 😅
P.S. I use the wheelchair because of a medical condition (severe flat valgus feet, chronic plantar fasciitis, and posterior tibial tendon dysfunction). I started using it two months ago; although I can walk, I’m limited to short distances (I can't stand for more than 6 minutes), so I need it to help me get around.
So, if anyone has any advice, I’d be really grateful to hear it—or if you have any questions, let’s chat!
there's a study people mention here a lot where 48 people with plantar fasciitis were split into two groups. both groups wore insoles. one group did stretching, the other did slow heavy heel raises. at 3 months the heel raise group was doing a lot better. at 12 months both groups were about the same, so it seems like the heel raises got people there faster.
a lot of people ask what the heel raises actually looked like, so this is how it was set up.
stand on a step on one foot, heel hanging off the edge. put a rolled up towel under your toes so they're bent up a bit. that way the tissue under your foot works too, not just your calf.
go up for 3 seconds, hold at the top for 2, come down for 3. slow, no bouncing. every other day, not every day.
start with 3 sets of 12. when that gets easy go to 4 sets of 10, then 5 sets of 8. once that's easy too, put some weight in a backpack (books work) and keep going.
if one leg on a step is too much at first, start with both feet on flat ground holding a wall and work up to it. some soreness is normal, but if your heel is way worse the next morning, back off a bit.
not a doctor, just sharing what the study did. if your pain started after a fall or injury, or you get numbness, tingling, swelling, warmth or pain at night, get it checked first.
I have had plantar fasciitis for over a year now and while I’ve been able to get along ok with my custom orthotics and sneakers (New Balance 860), I want to be able to wear some shoes that are better for fall and have some water resistance. I love looking stylish so having plantar fasciitis really has put a damper on things.
Does anyone have any recommendations for women’s flats or loafers or leather booths that are water resistant, comfortable and can fit a chunky orthotic?
Last year I bought some Clark’s loafers but they’re a bit on the chunky side and are not water resistant. I also bought a pair of platform doc Martin boots, but they’re not super comfy even with the orthotics.