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Up to 1 in 10 Americans have plantar fasciitis –– an overuse injury characterized by heel pain and mobility issues. At his practice in the Randall Manor neighborhood of Staten Island, New York, Aluko O. Jervis, DPM, provides minimally invasive and holistic treatments for plantar fasciitis. Healthy lifestyle changes and activity modifications can relieve pain and help you return to the activities you love. Call the New York City area office to request a plantar fasciitis consultation today, or book an appointment online.
Plantar fasciitis occurs when you put too much stress on your feet. It’s an overuse injury that causes inflammation of the plantar fascia –– a band of tissue that runs from your heel to your toes.
The plantar fascia supports daily movement, but it’s susceptible to wear-and-tear. Without treatment, small injuries from walking, running, or playing sports may result in persistent heel pain.
Symptoms of plantar fasciitis include:
As the condition worsens, you may experience pain or swelling in the arch of your foot.
Make an appointment with Aluko O. Jervis, DPM, if you have severe heel pain and it doesn’t improve with at-home treatments, like ice, taking over-the-counter pain medication, and rest. That’s particularly true if the pain prevents you from working, exercising, and doing other activities.
Dr. Jervis reviews your medical charts and asks about your symptoms, including where the pain occurs, what it feels like, and if it extends into your leg or foot. Next, he completes an exam, checking your heel, ankle, and arch for bruising, swelling, or redness. Dr. Jervis gently presses on your heel, assessing your level of pain.
If Dr. Jervis thinks your heel pain is due to another issue, like a fracture or a heel spur, he orders diagnostic imaging, like X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans. These procedures provide detailed photos of your bones, joints, and the surrounding soft tissues.
Treatment of plantar fasciitis depends on the severity of your symptoms and general health. Dr. Jervis takes a holistic and noninvasive approach whenever possible and might recommend:
If your heel pain persists, even after conservative treatment, Dr. Jervis might recommend surgery. During surgery, Dr. Jervis makes small incisions in your plantar fascia, reducing tension at the back of your foot.
Call Aluko O. Jervis, DPM, to explore the treatment options for plantar fasciitis today, or book an appointment online.