Heel Spur/Plantar Fasciitis - Treatment

Plantar fasciitis and / or heel spur is one of the most frequent conditions treated with Sonocur® therapy. If the area of pain can be precisely localized by finger pressure, there is a 70% - 90% likelihood of success. Orthotics and other conventional measures of treatment and prevention should be continued .

Conventional treatment methods include:

• General supportive measures, such as ice and rest in the acute phase.
• Modify activity, i.e. walk, don't run. Spend less time on hard surfaces.
  • Stretch the plantar fascia and the muscles of the foot and calf
  • Weight reduction
  • Modify footwear - use cushioned shoes
  • Taping, splinting, stretching, strengthening
  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
  • Orthotics or shoe inserts to support the arch and the heel
• Steroid injections
• Endoscopic or open surgery (rarely needed)

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