Plantar Fasciitis, Foot Inflammation and Heel Spurs
Foot pain -- usually inflammation of one type or another, with broken bones being the exception -- can occur on the dorsal (upper), or plantar, (lower), portions of the foot, as well as in the heel and toes. One of the most common forms of inflammation is plantar fasciitis, which is inflammation of the fascial tissue on the planter side of the foot. Fascial tissue is a very tough resilient film-like substance that infuses and covers muscle tissue. Its normal state is condition that could be called semi-liquid, or sol. When injured through prolonged stress or sudden trauma, fascia moves into a firmer state, termed gel. In the gel state, it has lost much of its flexibility, its resilience and its lubricity, so its ability to stretch, flex and glide past adjacent tissue is reduced. This in turn can result in adhesions, where surfaces stick and rub together, setting up an inflammation response by the body.
As anyone who has suffered plantar fasciitis knows, this can be one of the most persistent, agonizing pains going, robbing the sufferrer of much of the quality of life.
A Letter from Betty
The following is a letter from Betty Smith, who lives in northern Forsyth County.
It is my pleasure to relate to you my experience with Kent McKeithan and the difference his work has made for me. Before my first session with Kent, I had excruciating pain in my foot. I had what is called plantar fasciitis, for three years. After I had been on my feet [this testimonial will be completed soon].
Until we can complete this, please click on the "What Client's Say" green button to read Gloria Corn's experience with healing treatment for plantar fasciitis. Thanks. Our apologies for the inconvenience.
