If you have ongoing heel pain, especially right after getting out of bed, you probably have plantar fasciitis. At Katy Foot Doctor, you can have a comprehensive plantar fasciitis evaluation with board-certified podiatrist Ronald Bruscia, DPM, in Katy, Texas. You can conveniently book your plantar fasciitis exam online at any time, or you can call the office to book an appointment.
Plantar fasciitis is a condition that leads to chronic inflammation of the fibrous band of connective tissue that runs across your arch — your plantar fascia. Your plantar fascia connects your heel bone to your toes, and although it’s designed to stretch, it can certainly be prone to wear-and-tear. Plantar fasciitis tends to progress gradually, especially if you don’t get it treated early on.
Plantar fasciitis may be something you’re prone to developing because of inherited traits of your foot structure, like flat feet or high arches. But plantar fasciitis can also be caused or worsened by:
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common pain issues athletes face. If you regularly exercise, run, or participate in sporting activities, you put added strain on your plantar fascia, which can lead to chronic inflammation.
Plantar fasciitis can affect you daily, or it can flare up on certain occasions. In either case, it’s important to schedule a plantar fasciitis evaluation at Katy Foot Doctor if you experience:
Dr. Bruscia can often diagnose you right in the office, so you can get started on treatment right away.
Your plantar fasciitis treatment plan from Katy Foot Doctor is likely going to combine several pain-relieving solutions, including:
Usually, plantar fasciitis starts to improve after starting conservative treatments. Plantar fasciitis surgery is rare, but sometimes, it’s the best solution to release an abnormally tight plantar fascia or to remove a heel spur. In any case, you have plenty of options for plantar fasciitis relief with Dr. Bruscia at Katy Foot Doctor.
If you have a history of plantar fasciitis pain, you have options for relief at Katy Foot Doctor. Book your plantar fasciitis exam online or call the clinic to schedule.
