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Is it possible for you to wear a walker boot whilst sleeping?

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Yes: In fact, one part of treatment for plantar fasciatis is the wearing of a boot to keep the foot at a 90 degree angle to help reduce adhesions and subsequent tearing of them in the morning. Also keeps tendons, etc. Stretched in that position. A little tough rolling over , though. Good luck.

Answered 12/4/2013

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