The plantar fascia is a band of connective tissue that runs from the heel bone to the toes. Plantar fasciitis is a degenerative condition in which this thick band of tissue becomes inflamed after long periods of running, standing, or standing and doesn't resolve with at-home remedies. Dr. Sara Bouraee, Dr. Jon Houseworth, Dr. Sun Byun, Dr. Daria Piotrowksi, and Dr. Shruti Vyas of Hampton Roads Foot and Ankle Specialists will ask you questions about your lifestyle during your visit to diagnose your plantar fasciitis in Williamsburg or Hampton, VA. They'll also assess your pain level through a physical examination and may suggest additional imaging tests, like x-rays, to ensure the plantar fascia hasn't suffered damage. Once they identify the cause of your plantar fasciitis, they'll develop a customized treatment plan.
What Causes Plantar Fasciitis?
As we age, the muscles, tendons, and joints in our bodies age with us. Sometimes, increased age results in plantar fasciitis, so does added stress or excess weight on the heels, physical activity that puts pressure on the heel bones, or irregular gait (walking pattern). Plantar fasciitis in Williamsburg, or Hampton, VA, can also result from poor foot mechanics (weak structures), the surface on which you walk, sit, stand, or run, and the type of shoes you wear while performing daily activities. Symptoms include pain on the bottom of the foot that lessens or worsens with activity. Treatment for plantar fasciitis includes non-surgical methods, like rest, ice, orthotics, over-the-counter medications, stretching and physical therapy.
If you experience heel pain or overstretching in the bottom of your foot that worsens or doesn't improve, consult with one of our board-certified podiatrists to diagnose, prevent or treat plantar fasciitis in Williamsburg, and Hampton, VA. Visit our website for more information about services provided at Hampton Roads Foot and Ankle Specialists. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Sara Bouraee, Dr. Jon Houseworth, Dr. Sun Byun, Dr. Daria Piotrowksi, and Dr. Shruti Vyas, call (757) 220-3311 for our Williamsburg, office, and (757) 224-7605 for our Hampton, location.