Plantar Fasciitis Question
I believe I have plantar fasciitis.
I have the typical symptoms: wake up in morning with arch pain, pain after sitting for long periods etc.
95% of the pain is in the arch in both feet.
It isn’t terrible and it hasn’t prevented me from running.
I have used Dr. Scholl’s inserts with some success, although it hasn’t cured it (by any means).
I’ve had symptoms since August 2014.
Is this something I should visit a doctor for or should I attempt more aggressive self-treatment (i.e. motrin, ice, rest, stretching, night splints, etc)?
I can live with it now, but I am worried about it getting worse and possibly ending my amateur running career.
Thanks
Best Answers
Vivian Abrams DPM
The answer lies with you. If you want a professional assessment of your situation, then I recommend you see a podiatrist. If you want to continue (and are ok with) your present course, then don't. There is a large amount of information online about this rather common problem. You mentioned some of the common treatments. There are others that the podiatrist will have available.
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Vivian Abrams DPM
The answer lies with you. If you want a professional assessment of your situation, then I recommend you see a podiatrist. If you want to continue (and are ok with) your present course, then don’t. There is a large amount of information online about this rather common problem. You mentioned some of the common treatments. There are others that the podiatrist will have available.