Plantar Fascia is the tissue band that adjoins the heel joint and base of the toes. The inflammation in the plantar facia is called plantar fasciitis. There is swelling of the tissues that run at the bottom of the foot.
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I am having heel pain despite taking medications and following other measures. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am experiencing heel pain suddenly. Initially, I had continuous pain while walking. It is slightly more when I take the first few steps after rest or sleep. The doctor said that it could be because of bad shoes and suggested taking the tablet Zerodol SP for five days (once a day after... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I completely understand your concern. Let us discuss how to solve it. This is a condition in which the fascia or the tissue in the heel is inflamed. Since you are experiencing pain, especially in the morning after getting up from sleep, I suggest you take the followin... Read Full »
What to do for muscle pain on the inner side the left foot which is restricting movements?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a football player and I play wide receiver. Since last week I have been having muscle pain in the inside of my left foot. I cannot fully move my foot up and down. I tried ice and resting but it comes back when I start running. What should I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your description, you may have Tibialis posterior tendonitis or plantar fascia strain. Assuming you have not gone over on your foot and sustained no direct trauma. What sort of level do you play football and do you have a team physio or access to a doctor? Ideal... Read Full »
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