[Markkal]

Al my patients usually had 90% relief in 4 weeks. You have to do the work, exercises in PT. No slacking off. Use Voltarin gel , tape, orthotics as a tmperary relief. They are like crutches if you use them all the time. You have to achive tissue mobility and tolerance to stresses of activities of daily living.

[G.R.I.T.S.]

Originally Posted by kschwi

I've had plantar fasciitis since February and have done PT (stretching and some strengthening) and inserts but my progress has reached a plateau. My insurance network is up north so went back there and my doctor is recommending PRP injections which are not covered by insurance and run $1000. While I have heard they are effective, it would be nice if they weren't so expensive. Has anyone had them in TV and if so what did they charge you?

Anyone try anything else that worked?

Keep trying the stretches. I was about to give up after 5 months of exercise but decided to go to a foot dr. I continued the exercises and finally got results 3 months later. I was determined not to have injections or surgery. Apparently it takes my 71 year old self much longer to respond than when I was much younger.

[PhilR]

I bought Oofos sandals. Wore them everywhere everyday. No lie I was cured.

[Veracity]

A gentleman by the name of Frank La Scala posted the following information on NextDoor. I hope Mr. La Scala's referral of this doctor is helpful to you:

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Dr. Kevin Tootle, DPM
352-562-7590
Innovative Foot & Ankle

[Topspinmo]

I had to wear combat boots and steel toed boots around 42 years. Tore my feet up and cheap (made, not in price) tennis shoes. IMO Foot doctor’s love flip flops, sandals, and shoes with no support for arches. Keeps them very busy. IMO most likely shoes caused problem and it wasn’t over night? I’ve got bone spurs on both feet and right elbow, one going through my Achilles tendon at back ankle. Doctor told me 6 month to year if I have it removed and no guarantee Achilles would not detach after surgery? Had bone spur removed on my big toe years ago little success.

Only thing that relieved pain for me was do several different stretching exercises every morning, doing foot rolls on ball exercise, and not going cheap on shoe inserts that support arches. It took at least 4 months before I see some results. After 3 years foot pain almost gone. Except for my hammer toe problems but so far that’s manageable. Didn’t do injection cause I figured it just masses the pain till it wears off?

Everybody pain different and whether there tear or just inflammation? so, one’s success may not be remedy for others IMO.

[Vicxyz]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

I had to wear combat boots and steel toed boots around 42 years. Tore my feet up and cheap (made, not in price) tennis shoes. IMO Foot doctor’s love flip flops, sandals, and shoes with no support for arches. Keeps them very busy. IMO most likely shoes caused problem and it wasn’t over night? I’ve got bone spurs on both feet and right elbow, one going through my Achilles tendon at back ankle. Doctor told me 6 month to year if I have it removed and no guarantee Achilles would not detach after surgery? Had bone spur removed on my big toe years ago little success.

Only thing that relieved pain for me was do several different stretching exercises every morning, doing foot rolls on ball exercise, and not going cheap on shoe inserts that support arches. It took at least 4 months before I see some results. After 3 years foot pain almost gone. Except for my hammer toe problems but so far that’s manageable. Didn’t do injection cause I figured it just masses the pain till it wears off?

Everybody pain different and whether there tear or just inflammation? so, one’s success may not be remedy for others IMO.

Castor oil will remove bone spurs. Cold pressed, hexane free, organic. Wet a bandage with it and put it on the bone spurs. Two times a day. It will take some time, but it will remove the spurs. My 90 year old dad had one on each foot, and they’re gone now.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Vicxyz

Castor oil will remove bone spurs. Cold pressed, hexane free, organic. Wet a bandage with it and put it on the bone spurs. Two times a day. It will take some time, but it will remove the spurs. My 90 year old dad had one on each foot, and they’re gone now.

Thank you, I give that try.

[jimmy o]

Originally Posted by kschwi

I've had plantar fasciitis since February and have done PT (stretching and some strengthening) and inserts but my progress has reached a plateau. My insurance network is up north so went back there and my doctor is recommending PRP injections which are not covered by insurance and run $1000. While I have heard they are effective, it would be nice if they weren't so expensive. Has anyone had them in TV and if so what did they charge you?

Anyone try anything else that worked?

Ive had plantar years ago. Specifically made orthotics was the answer for me ( not off the shelf inserts). Wore them for a few months, pain free while wearing them and pain free ever since.

[Dilligas]

Originally Posted by kschwi

I've had plantar fasciitis since February and have done PT (stretching and some strengthening) and inserts but my progress has reached a plateau. My insurance network is up north so went back there and my doctor is recommending PRP injections which are not covered by insurance and run $1000. While I have heard they are effective, it would be nice if they weren't so expensive. Has anyone had them in TV and if so what did they charge you?

Anyone try anything else that worked?

At the beginning of the year, I had severe plantar fasciitis with a bone spur on the back of my heal and the bottom of my heal. I used KT tape (flexible sports tape like beach volleyball players in olympics). In addition I bought Brooks Adrenaline 24 GTS from Fleet Feet in Colony, (in addition to good inserts for other shoes) and I have no pain in my feet now.

[Aces4]

Originally Posted by Vicxyz

Castor oil will remove bone spurs. Cold pressed, hexane free, organic. Wet a bandage with it and put it on the bone spurs. Two times a day. It will take some time, but it will remove the spurs. My 90 year old dad had one on each foot, and they’re gone now.

I think that is a bit ridiculous. If castor oil dissolves bone spurs, what would keep it from eating away the heel bone. Sometimes we have to use common sense and I wouldn't mess with castor oil for bone spurs.

[ashiecat1954]

When I developed my foot problem going barefoot on our cement floors while unpacking my house - for over a year I had problems walking after sitting any length of time. My Dr suggested the stretching (but didn't send me to a podiatrist) I ended up buying a pair of Oofas sneakers that after about a month wearing them daily has basically cured my problem. I do switchout other shoes, but every 3-4 days I wear them for at least a day. I can really feel the arch support which seems to be lacking in other shoes.

[Vickim]

[QUOTE=kschwi;2457673]I've had plantar fasciitis since February and have done PT (stretching and some strengthening) and inserts but my progress has reached a plateau. My insurance network is up north so went back there and my doctor is recommending PRP injections which are not covered by insurance and run $1000. While I have heard they are effective, it would be nice if they weren't so expensive. Has anyone had them in TV and if so what did they charge you?

Anyone try anything else that worked?[/

Look up “Morton’s toe” it contributes to planter fasciitis if your second toe is longer than big toe , weight distribution . If you can find a chiropractor that does “Graston Technique “ it addresses not only the foot but the calf as well which is part of the issue . You can buy the rod on line and do it yourself but it smarts to break up the muscle knots on the side of the calf . A Theracane works great too - trigger points ! All info online .
I wear Vionic shoes ( mostly their flip flops ALL the time ) they help tremendously.

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Vicxyz

Castor oil will remove bone spurs. Cold pressed, hexane free, organic. Wet a bandage with it and put it on the bone spurs. Two times a day. It will take some time, but it will remove the spurs. My 90 year old dad had one on each foot, and they’re gone now.

I would also try this... You'll get the same result...

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Vickim

Look up “Morton’s toe” it contributes to planter fasciitis if your second toe is longer than big toe , weight distribution . If you can find a chiropractor that does “Graston Technique “ it addresses not only the foot but the calf as well which is part of the issue . You can buy the rod on line and do it yourself but it smarts to break up the muscle knots on the side of the calf . A Theracane works great too - trigger points ! All info online .
I wear Vionic shoes ( mostly their flip flops ALL the time ) they help tremendously.

What? "Morton's Toe has absolutely NOTHING to do with plantar fasciitis...

The "Graston Technique" is nothing more than a deep tissue massage, which "might help" a little bit...

The Vionic shoes are the only sound advice you gave...

That said, I'm sure I'll regret chiming in on this thread... I'M RETIRED!!!

[Shadow8IA]

I had a cortisone shot which took care of my plantar fasciitis months after nothing else worked. I wish so had gotten it earlier.