Pain that prevents you from moving about can disturb normal daily life more than anything else.
Pain in the back of the heel should prompt a visit to the doctor. Your planta fascia ligament may be irritated, which could be causing your pain.
The severity of the inflammation and its underlying cause will determine whether or not a surgical procedure is necessary.
In this post, we’ll examine plantar fasciitis (โรครองช้ำ, which is the term in Thai) in further detail, from the signs and reasons to the treatments available and the time it takes to heal.
What Is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the thick band of tissue that runs from the sole to the heel bone.
Historically, medical professionals have blamed painful heel spurs. They now consider heel spurs a symptom of plantar fasciitis rather than its root cause.
The Painful Signs Of Plantar Fasciitis
Pain in the heel is a symptom of plantar fasciitis. First thing in the morning or after a lengthy period of sitting are the worst times to get up and walk around. It improves while you’re active but worsens after you’ve been on your feet for a while.
Plantar Fasciitis: Common Causes And Risk Factors
The fascia in your foot keeps your arch and muscles in place. Tiny tears form on its surface when it is overstretched. Inflammation and discomfort are possible outcomes.
Plantar fasciitis is more likely to be effective if you:
- Are overweight.
- Possess an abnormal gait or foot position;
- Regularly put on heels;
- Daily standing time is substantial
How To Heal From Plantar Fasciitis
You might try
- Icing the area as a first line of defence.
- Nighttime splints: These are worn at night to facilitate calf and foot stretching.
- Physical Therapy: By strengthening your leg muscles and stretching your fascia and Achilles tendon, you can improve the stability of your ankle and heel.
- Rest: Put an end to your self-inflicted suffering. Some forms of physical activity, such as running or leaping, may fall into this category.
- Protective footwear or insoles: Wearing shoes with thick soles and more padding will reduce discomfort when standing or walking. With the help of arch supports, your feet can take less of a pounding.
- Using an NSAID like ibuprofen or naproxen sodium to alleviate pain and inflammation. Consult your physician if you need to take them longer than a month.
Once treatment has begun, progress is typically slow, and full recovery may take several months. If your pain and function have not improved after 6-12 weeks, your doctor may prescribe anti-inflammatory platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections. The necessity for surgery is extremely unlikely.
Conclusion
Most cases of heel discomfort can be traced back to plantar fasciitis. You should see a doctor if you have heel or foot pain that doesn’t improve after a week. They’ll assist you in identifying at-home therapies to minimise the pain and inflammation in your foot.
