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15 Years living with PF - help please!
Hiya,
I was originally diagnosed with PF 15 years ago and have treid about 15 different treatments but none help and currently my PF is the worse it has ever been. I am constantly limping and the pain in my right foot is excruciating (I have it in both feet). I often feel like no one really understands what this is like and that I am putting it on! Below are the various things I have tried:
1. Othotice (custom made by a podiatrist) - expensive
2. Gel pads
3. Heel Cushions
4. Over the counter Orthotics
5. Reflexology
6. Aromatherapy
7. Reiki
8. Gels / Deep Heat Rubs
9. NSAIDs
10. Injections of cortisone (twice through the sole of my foot - ouch! and once through the side of my ankle)
11. The strongest pain relief my chemist would sell me
12. Physiotherapy (who also taped my right foot)
I am running out of ideas and am at my wits end as to what my options are. Would an operation help? Is there an operation for PF?
Any advice?
Peter
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Permalink Reply by Joanne Hollmann on -
Hi Judi. If it's convenient for you to do so, go ahead and see if there are any doctors or offices in the Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky area. But only if it isn't a lot of bother. I will probably wait to see if you get good results like David did. It's just more money than I can afford right now, but like I said, if I have to take out a personal loan, then I would do that. I guess I want to be extra sure first. I'm assuming you will post your end results. :)
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Permalink Reply by jb on
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Hi- I spoke to the rep for the laser machine that I am in the process of using. She kindly offered to point people in the direction of the medical offices around the country that use the machine. She is a doll- her name is Milene (I think I'm spelling it wrong). Her email address is Mmiller@celasers.com Her phone # is 510-566-2567.
I am excited about my progress. Tomorrow AM, after crossing the Bay Bridge from SF at 6 AM, I will have my 8th laser session. Then I head off to my 7 hr, on-my-feet, elementary school teaching job. The laser has to be worth it if I am getting up that early- trust me :)
-jb
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Permalink Reply by David Michael Gardner on
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Judi,
Magneto therapy for me was placing a 12 inch hoop like device around my foot and applying a magnetic field for 15 mins. The magnetic field effect can also be applied through a pair of drum like probes placed in contact with the heel area. This is an acknowledged method for reducing inflammation in joints. Ultrasound is different and is applied with a probe in direct contact with the skin, suitably lubricated with a silicon cream, for around 5 mins.
My procedure was 5-8 mins Cold Laser, followed within ten minutes by 15 mins Magneto Therapy, then 5 mins Ultrasound. Whole procedure took about 40 mins with me getting set up for the treatments (boots and socks on/off) and walking between the different treatment rooms.
judi Bliquez said:HI- Silly questions is magneto therapy that helped you just the traditional ultra sound that can be found in a PT office (has the wand and it goes over the bottom of the foot repeatedly?) When you say you did it immediately AFTER, do you mean after EACH laser treatment or when the 10 sessions were done?
I did ask my chiro about ultrasound he said I didn't need it, but I can certainly pursue it if it will seal the deal.
Thanks for your input!
-JB
David Michael Gardner said:Stick with it Judi and all you other sufferers - after my second 10 treatment session, I really improved. Glad to hear that a forward looking practitioner is using this methodology. Judi - tell your chiropractor that a fuller effect will come from the use of magneto therapy immediately after laser, to reduce internal inflammation. The laser is breaking down scar tissue which accelerates the healing process and the magneto treatment by reducing inflammation, takes the pressure off the capillaries and helps nutrients flow to the PF wound area, building protein bridges. This is how the body heals itself! Ultrasound stimulates flow to make the process more efficient. That's why my clever Russian physio-lady gave me the triple treatment to maximise the healing process.
Made sense to me as an expert in sports nutrition (I used to promote PowerBar business in Russia) and her healing theory equates to the simple science of muscle building for our athletes.
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Permalink Reply by David Michael Gardner on
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Judi,
Magneto therapy for me was placing a 12 inch hoop like device around my foot and applying a magnetic field for 15 mins. The magnetic field effect can also be applied through a pair of drum like probes placed in contact with the heel area. This is an acknowledged method for reducing inflammation in joints and muscle mass. Ultrasound is different and is applied with a probe in direct contact with the skin, suitably lubricated with a silicon cream, for around 5 mins to stimulate circulation.
My procedure was 5-8 mins Cold Laser, followed within ten minutes by 15 mins Magneto Therapy, then 5 mins Ultrasound. Daily treatment took about 40 mins with me getting set up (boots and socks on/off) and walking between the different treatment rooms.
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Permalink Reply by David H on
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http://www.stretchingusa.com/aistherapists.cfm - Find a local provider near you.
Sorry about your pain. This type of PT/stretching/massage aims to promote blood flow in the heels. It's probably $90-$150 but its amazing. Do some research about a local provider who is certified.
Your case is very troublesome and intense. Most strategies aim to address symptoms, but the root cause is lack of muscle blood flow to your plantar fascia. This occurs through your hips, calves, glutes, hammies, etc. A whole body solution is needed.
This isn't an overnight cure but it is a way to jumpstart a legitimate road to recovery. Go to an AIS provider, have a session then take 1 hour/day to diligently do the stretches/exercises yourself.
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Permalink Reply by Susannah Drazin on
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I have just had the first of a series of weekly laser treatments courtesy of the NHS. The normal number of treatments is six but I might get more given how chronic my condition is. The foot was pretty raw for about 24 hours and is now back to normal pain.
I am now wondering whether to use my hand held ultrasound device as well and if so, how often.
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Permalink Reply by David Michael Gardner on
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Hi Susannah! Glad you managed to get laser on the NHS. I heard from my GP that they had such treatment available in Harrow but I couldn't participate because I was in Ealing region!! Familiar?? Yes you'd be OK to use your hand held ultrasound device but only for about 5 minutes, to stimulate circulation of blood through the heel area. Your blood carries amino-acids to the repair zone and these are the building blocks for protein growth which will heal your damaged collagen (fascia).
Susannah Drazin said:I have just had the first of a series of weekly laser treatments courtesy of the NHS. The normal number of treatments is six but I might get more given how chronic my condition is. The foot was pretty raw for about 24 hours and is now back to normal pain.
I am now wondering whether to use my hand held ultrasound device as well and if so, how often.
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Permalink Reply by Jess on
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I have had supposed bilateral pf for 3 years now. I have had every option possible done. Splints, shots, orthotics, physical therapy, shockwaves therapy, time, time, and 2 surgeries. In this 3 year period I lost 25 pounds and the pain just grew worse. And if your Dr. Is saying weight then he's just stalling cause he's not getting the results he predicted. I'm at my wits end. I need this pain to lessen. I'm willing to see another podiatrist, only because my Dr. Seemed so sure this is what it was that he never sent me for MRI or cat scan. I need to understand why 2 surgeries that are specifically for plantar f have failed, and may have caused more issues. I'm starting to believe its something more.
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