Tired of living with foot and heel pain due to plantar fasciitis? Our team at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD offers custom orthotics to provide the relief you seek.
How Custom Orthotics Help Relieve the Pain of Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of foot and heel pain that can make even getting out of bed in the morning a difficult task. In this quick guide, our team at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD explains what plantar fasciitis is, what causes it, how custom orthotics can help.
What Exactly Is Plantar Fasciitis?
Your foot is made up of several components, including a band of tissue to runs along the bottom. It stretches from the toes to the heels and is called the plantar fascia.
The plantar fascia goes through a lot each day as it supports your weight and keeps you moving. The more you are on your feet and the more active you are, the more the fascia has to withstand. It often becomes inflamed and swollen, causing a great deal of pain and discomfort. This is called plantar fasciitis.
Age can also play a role in the fascia weakening. However, foot structure can also play an integral role. For example, someone with flat feet or high arches is more likely to develop this condition, as is someone with pronation issues. Such structural problems put more strain on the fascia.
How Do Custom Orthotics Help Plantar Fasciitis?
Custom orthotics can play an integral role in relieving plantar fasciitis. They are designed specifically for your foot and any structural issues that you might have. This provides a few benefits.
One of these benefits is customized cushion and support. It can be very difficult to find a shoe that provides the support you need, as shoes are typically created by a generalized idea. Custom orthotics change this, providing comfort and cushion when you are on your feet for long periods.
Another benefit is that – as they are made specifically for your foot structure – they provide the necessary arch support. They also help correct any pronation issues. Both of these benefits help ensure that your weight is distributed more evenly and your gait is healthier, reducing the stress on your plantar fascia.
Are you ready to experience the benefits of custom orthotics for yourself? Schedule an appointment with our team at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel, or Maple Lawn, MD by calling today.
- Silver Spring, MD, at (301) 439-0300
- Kensington, MD, at (301) 942-8110
- Camp Springs, MD, at (301) 868-7670
- Olney, MD, at (301) 924-5044
- Laurel, MD, at (301) 317-6800
- Maple Lawn, MD, at (301) 317-6800