Guest guest Posted May 15, 1999 Report Share Posted May 15, 1999 In a message dated 5/15/99 8:15:55 AM Central Daylight Time, mimianne@... writes: > if this goes away i would be a new woman. it is my worse symptom. what the > heck is it? i'm told it is joint inflammation, arthritis? it feels as you > stated, more like a rock inside your foot ball!!! It is an inflammation of the fascia covering the muscles/tendons on the plantar (bottom) surface of your foot. All muscles have this covering called fascia - it's a thin clear, tough covering that is there to protect the muscles. Ya know that tough stuff on certain parts of chicken, like around the leg and wings? That's fascia. Yuck, but that was how we learned about it in anatomy and physiology....made a vegetarian out of me! But, there are some exercises that you can do to help get rid of this condition. I probably have them somewhere, but right now I am in the middle of packing and getting ready to move, so not sure I could locate them....but you could ask your doctor or a physical therapist if they have them. If you don't have any luck with it,,, please email me in a few weeks, and I will try to locate them. I am not a physical therapist, but was an occupational therapist in another lifetime, and knew someone who had this, and the exercises, plus cortizone shots helped her lots. Good luck, Marci Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 1999 Report Share Posted May 17, 1999 mimianne@... wrote: > From: mimianne@... > > if this goes away i would be a new woman. it is my worse symptom. what the > heck is it? i'm told it is joint inflammation, arthritis? it feels as you > stated, more like a rock inside your foot ball!!! thanks marta for your > verification of this ailment. i really thought i was the only one with this > pain. found very little about it on the internet and thought it was > rheumatoid arthritis as my dr. stated. i am relieved to hear it actually as > a " name " . > > Fascitis is an inflammation of the membranes around the muscles and tendons. " Fascia " are the membranes... and " itis " is inflammation . I agree -- it's the symptom that most impacts my normal functioning. Almost everything else I can work around, but feeling like I'm stepping on a marble makes it almost impossible to get around.The antibiotics have resolved it almost completely, though. Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 1999 Report Share Posted September 2, 1999 Yep, I've had it. For three very long years. The pain you describe is all too familiar. I've been much better for the last, oh, three years now, though, so it started about six years ago. But I still am careful about my footwear. What are these " adventure shoes " you're talking about? I'd like to know more about them. I've wondered since the PA if those three years with Plantar Fascitis was part of the PA and my doc and I didn't know it, especially since my hip pain began in those three years. Seems I've had this PA for a lot longer than I ever thought. Kathy Fowkes fowkes@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 1999 Report Share Posted September 2, 1999 <!doctype html public " -//w3c//dtd html 4.0 transitional//en " > <html> The shoes I am talking about are made by Nike. & nbsp; They are also known as extreme shoes. & nbsp; The important thing is that they have dual cushioning. & nbsp; The outsole is air filled, but very durable. & nbsp; And they are very stylish and look great with jeans, pants or shorts. & nbsp; There are three letters on the back - acg. & nbsp; They are light brown in color with green and wine trim and they have a black outsole. & nbsp; Hope this description helps you find them in a local sport shop...I think that is the only place you will find them. & nbsp; Mine cost $100 Canadian about a year ago. & nbsp; And they are great! & nbsp; ( I think I already said that...) <p>Janet <br> & nbsp;</html> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 1999 Report Share Posted September 2, 1999 In a message dated 09/02/1999 10:47:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time, janet.battcock@... writes: << it was almost impossible for me to walk because of the pain >> hmmm...I don't know if it is the same thing...but I have sure experienced pain in my feet so severe that I had to gingerly hobble just to move short distances. The pain was terrible, but the MTX cut the discomfort in half. It has left me with the classic " hammer toes " ...only mine are " frozen hammer toes " . Annette Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 1999 Report Share Posted September 3, 1999 I sure have. Seems to be worst in the mornings, then I seem to be able to " walk it out " in a couple hours. I need to wear dress shoes at work and have only been able to deal with a really supportive, cushioned " Rockport " type shoe for years. No fun for a former shoeaholic!--Alysia Janet Battcock wrote: > Has anyone else here been afflicted with this very painful and > immobilizing condition of the foot? Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 8, 2001 Report Share Posted December 8, 2001 Hi! I had ultra sound done and I do have orthotics. the therapist would massage my foot and find very painful " trigger points " and massage them, much to my dismay- it really hurt! I was having tremendous digestive problems at the time, too, suprise, suprise! I agree- I thought of the other people getting treatment at PT and wonder if they could be " cured " w/ a good internal cleansing as well. (probably) Healing actually is beginning to seem pretty darn simple to me these days... and that we (or maybe just I) get all caught up in the pain and the agony... when our body is, like, " hey- just do this!!! " and there it is. Just some thoughts I've been having recently, anyway. My foot, which I became so frustrated with while I couldn't figure out how to " fix " it, I now see as a blessing- hey- when I eat something not so great- it lets me know immediately! So.. that's a good messenger, right? At least, this is my interpretation of what is going on. Oh well, Take care, Heidi __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 16, 2005 Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 Hi , I had a problem with plantar fascitis about 8 years ago and the rheumy injected my heel in about 10 different areas with cortisone and I have not had a problem since. Maureen edgalitz <edgalitz@...> wrote:no pain can surpass the pain of plantar fascitis. i have pa which affects my hands and feet. the arthritis is not what kills me. its the pf. it is like living in your own hell. everyday suffering to walk and work while it feels like you are the only one around in this agony. it is at its worse at the end of the day. i have orthotics, but they seem to help somewhat. anybody have any solutions or recomendations. if you don't know what it is, it is heel pain to a point in which it is hard to stand from getting out of bed or sitting. those of you that have pa and don't have this problem you should thank God right away. ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 18, 2005 Report Share Posted August 18, 2005 Hi, time and physical therapy seemed to help me more than immobilization and numerous cortisone shots. By time I mean, a long time. Only the past few months have I gone without plantar fascitis pain. See about getting some p.t. They teach you exercises and movements (range of motion) that you can do on your own. One that really works well for me is to roll a tennis ball from heel to toe on each foot, it helps to ease the pain. warm blessings, jane --- maureen stettmier <mstettmier@...> wrote: > Hi , I had a problem with plantar fascitis about 8 > years ago and the rheumy injected my heel in about > 10 different areas with cortisone and I have not had > a problem since. Maureen > > edgalitz <edgalitz@...> wrote:no pain can > surpass the pain of plantar fascitis. i have pa > which > affects my hands and feet. the arthritis is not > what kills me. its > the pf. it is like living in your own hell. > everyday suffering to > walk and work while it feels like you are the only > one around in this > agony. it is at its worse at the end of the day. i > have orthotics, > but they seem to help somewhat. anybody have any > solutions or > recomendations. > > if you don't know what it is, it is heel pain to a > point in which it > is hard to stand from getting out of bed or sitting. > those of you that > have pa and don't have this problem you should thank > God right away. > > ed > > > > ____________________________________________________ Start your day with - make it your home page http://www./r/hs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2005 Report Share Posted August 22, 2005 I had surgery for my plantar fascitis, and have not had a problem since. They released a third of the tendon, it was laporscopic surgery, not a lot of post op pain, was back up and moving in about a week, on crutches before that- actually I started a new job three days after surgery. I had it done on both feet, and it has made a huge difference, I still have PA pain in my feet, but no problems with the PF, and the heel spurs that it caused. Good luck, I know how painful it is. Lori Indianapolis, IN no pain can > > surpass the pain of plantar fascitis. i have pa > > which > > affects my hands and feet. the arthritis is not > > what kills me. its > > the pf. it is like living in your own hell. > > everyday suffering to > > walk and work while it feels like you are the only > > one around in this > > agony. it is at its worse at the end of the day. i > > have orthotics, > > but they seem to help somewhat. anybody have any > > solutions or > > recomendations. > > > > if you don't know what it is, it is heel pain to a > > point in which it > > is hard to stand from getting out of bed or sitting. > > those of you that > > have pa and don't have this problem you should thank > > God right away. > > > > ed > > > > > > > > > > > > > ____________________________________________________ > Start your day with - make it your home page > http://www./r/hs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 15, 2005 Report Share Posted December 15, 2005 Article was originally printed in the Honolulu Advertiser, honoluluadvertiser.com Massage, anti-inflammatories can help fasciitis Q. I've been suffering from foot pain, and was told I may have plantar fasciitis. What causes this condition, and can I treat it with natural medicine? A. Plantar fasciitis, the most common cause of heel pain, is the result of repeated trauma of the plantar fascia, the connective tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. The plantar fascia originates at the heel and forms the medial longitudinal arch of the foot, which is important in running and walking. The plantar fascia also serves as a major shock absorber when your foot hits the ground. Plantar fasciitis can be caused by rapid weight gain, overexertion and inadequate footwear. It is most often seen in physically active people such as joggers, but is also prevalent in adults, especially women ages 40 to 60. Diabetics and people who have flat feet are also more prone to the condition. Symptoms of plantar fasciitis include pain on the sole of the foot at or near the heel. Most people with the condition say the pain is worse in the morning when they get out of bed and begin walking. After walking for a few minutes, the pain usually diminishes, but it may resume if they do weight-bearing exercises. A diagnosis of plantar fasciitis is made by your physician after reviewing your symptoms and ruling out other conditions such as bursitis, a stress fracture, a tumor, Paget's disease or nerve entrapment. Typically, a physical exam will reveal tenderness at the bottom of the foot near the heel, pain that is worse when standing on the toes, and a tight Achilles tendon. Natural methods for treating plantar fasciitis are numerous. First and foremost, avoid activities that aggravate the condition. Also important are good shoes with adequate support and cushioned heels. Arch supports and orthotics are helpful; you can purchase either prefabricated supports or custom-made orthotics. Featherspring arch supports have helped some of my patients overcome plantar fasciitis. (See www.featherspring.com for more information.) Stretching the Achilles tendon and the bottom of the foot is central to treating plantar fasciitis. While standing on the stairs, stretch your heel downward toward the lower step and hold for a few minutes, but don't induce pain. Massaging the bottom of the foot can also help. Finally, a good natural anti-inflammatory can expedite healing; I recommend 750 milligrams of bromelain (derived from pineapple) three times a day on an empty stomach. . Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ www.onegrp.com/?mamanott organic cosmetics http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Find Great Deals on Holiday Gifts at Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 23, 2008 Report Share Posted October 23, 2008 I too suffer from Plantar Fascitis. The only thing that helped me was the custom made orthotics, which I got from my podiatrist. Stay off your feet as much as you can so the plantar fascia has time to heal itself. I also stretch every day now that it's healed. I do really feel sorry for you! From experience, I know that this is incredibly painful. You could also try steroid injections. Sometimes they work. Lori http://home.comcast.net/~queenstitcher/ http://stitchingqueen.multiply.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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