Question 1

is plantar fasciitis common in young adults and teens?

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Not rare: Not common, but definitely not rare.  This will usually occur when a person increases there activity suddenly, such as joining the track team or jrotc.  Supportive footwear, stretching and icing, and warming up before exercise can help.  Stretching the plantar fascia before walking in morning can also help (roll a frozen water bottle between foot and floor.).

Question 2

is plantar fasciitis common in girls 24 yrs old? what causes it?

Accepted Answer

Bad shoes: Arch support is important. High heels a bad idea.

Question 3

how common is both palmar and plantar fasciitis in the same patient and can it indicate more serious problems than having just one or the other?

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Dupuytren's?: Plantar fasciitis is extremely common.Pain in the heel when first arising in the morning is typical.' palmar ' fasciitis is different if u are referring to contracture of the palmar fascia or dupuytren's dz. If you have this "disease " than plantar 'fibromas' are not unusual and can coexist w/ dupuytren's . See an ors for evaluation and clarification of above. Best of luck!

Question 4

how common is it to get bone spurs and plantar fasciitis in both feet?

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Bone spurs: It is very common to have bone spurs and plantar fasciitis in both feet. Most of the time this does not require surgery. Your local podiatrist should have you up and going quickly. 
Stay healthy.

Question 5

how is plantar fasciitis treated?

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See below: Ice, heat, taping, anti-inflammatory medication, injections, stretching and physical therapy are all considerations. Ultimately better foot support is needed in form of better footwear and perhaps orthotics. Surgery is a last resort after failed consertive treatment and is rarely necessary.

Question 6

how do i treat plantar fasciitis ?

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Plantar faciitis: Stretching and nsaids ( aleve, (naproxen) ibuprofen, etc ) are the treatments you can do at home.....If that does not resolve the issue... See a specialist..... You may not have plantar fasciitis... X-rays  and sometimes a MRI are needed to rule out other heel pain causes.

Question 7

i believe i have plantar fasciitis?

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Well it is common: and you certainly could. There are Physical therapy recommendations for this which are easy to google. Or you could see a health care provider for an evaluation to confirm your diagnosis and recommend treatment. Good luck.

Question 8

can plantar fasciitis ever go away?

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Yes: Often treatment and physical therapy will help to eradicate the problem.  In a small percentage of people surgery may be required.

Question 9

treatement for plantar fasciitis !! ?

Accepted Answer

Not so Simple....: There is at least a dozen acceptable ways of treating plantar fasciitis. When used in combination the treatment regimens can be quite extensive, but more importantly, they vary according to one's individual circumstances. A history and exam can make a difference as when to use heat, cold, rest, stretch, shoes, orthotics or even surgery. Having an evaluation by a heel pain specialist is best.

Question 10

can i exercise with plantar fasciitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is no evidence that would suggest you should not exercise with plantar fasciitis.  In fact with proper stretching regimen prior to exercise, your symptoms of heel pain may improve.

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