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Originally Posted by LisaJ
I have tried everything listed above, physical therapy, cortisone shots, custom orthotics, Astym, night splints, numerous brands of shoes and my plantar fasciitis will not go away. If anyone has any other suggestions please let me know. Your feedback is VERY much appreciated! Any recommendation for a foot specialist in the area?
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Hi Lisa,
As someone else posted, my podiatrist also told me not to use any store-brand orthotics other than Spenco. Some products that claim to be orthotics are soft and/or cushy and actually worsen the PF!
Eventually, when my condition did not improve, my doctor had custom orthotics made for me. They are very hard-- nothing like the useless to harmful "custom" ones you buy at a store. The prescription ones do work for me. As long as I wear them, I'm fine. If I ever don't, I pay.
I have a tens unit that, like Samhass, I use on my wrist. It works great. I never thought to try it on my heel. But I will now!
Thanks, Sam!