Plantar Fasciitis Overview
By Andrew Heideman PT/ATC
Overview of Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain and foot arch pain is very common in today’s population. Plantar fasciitis is sometimes used as a catchall term to describe pain in the arch or heel. Plantar fasciitis can also be used to describe inflammation to the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a band of connective tissue that runs from the heel to the ball of the foot. The purpose of the plantar fascia is to assist in maintaining stability of the foot. If you want to learn more about this condition, please go to this Video.
If you are an athlete experiencing any type of foot pain, click here to read about common foot injuries commonly associated with athletes
Here are some common injuries associated with the foot :
- What is a bunion
- Bunion pain
- Sprain/strain
Image of Inflammation of the Plantar Fascia
Plantar fasciitis
- Overview
- Symptoms
- Causes / Causes/Risk Factors
- Complications
- Treatment
- Lifestyle Changes and Home Remedies
Where is Telemedicine frequently used?
All JOI Physicians, Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists now offer Telemedicine services for virtual visits from the convenience of your home. If you feel that it is best to stay in your own home during this time, we can still provide orthopaedic Telehealth services for you. Through the download of the free Zoom app on the your phone, tablet or laptop. Our physicians and Telehealth for Physical Therapy can evaluate you and provide the care you need.
- To schedule a new patient or follow up patient appointment with your MD, please call (904)JOI-2000 or read more here about our orthopedic telemedicine providers.
- To schedule an appointment for physical or occupational therapy, call 904-858-7045 or call any of the 12 area JOI Rehab Centers.
JOI Fracture and Injury Care
JOI Physicians are currently offering ASAP Fracture care. Make an appointment by calling (904)JOI-2000. This is a new option for patients who would like to avoid the emergency room if they have suffered a fracture or soft tissue injury. To learn more about this service, read this article about fracture and injury care.
