Acupuncture Helps Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain and is especially common among women in their 40s and 50s.  If you haven’t suffered from plantar fasciitis yourself, chances are you know someone who has.

The plantar fascia tissue is intended to support the arch in your foot, but when tension along that tissue becomes too much it can lead to tears in the tissue.  These tears can become irritated and inflamed which leads to a stabbing pain on your foot.  The pain is often worse when you wake up in the morning.

Unfortunately, many people don’t seek treatment when this pain starts. Often people have been suffering from pain for three to six months, at which point the plantar fascia tissue is severely inflamed.

Podiatrists work to correct the mechanical problem that caused the plantar fasciitis as well as decrease the inflammation.  An acupuncturist works to decrease the pain and inflammation associated with the condition.

A combination of traditional podiatry (orthotic inserts, medication, and cortisone shots) and acupuncture can help the patient feel pain relief as their plantar fascia heels and the mechanical issues are resolved.

To lessen the risk of developing plantar fasciitis it is important to wear the appropriate shoes that have the right amount of arch support and flexibility, stretch you’re Achilles tendon, and maintain a healthy weight.

For more information on how acupuncture can help you overcome foot pain or an array of other ailments, call Synergy at 778-6777 option #0, We will be happy to assist you!

Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, one of the oldest continuous systems of medicine dating back 3,000 years and the most commonly used system of healing in the world.

Kenji Fukunaga, a licensed acupuncturist with over 16 years of experience is now providing acupuncture services here at Synergy Health and Fitness.