Tendonitis of Foot

MYTH: Arch Supports are Needed REALITY: Arch Supports are BAD It’s a common misconception that arch supports (also called orthotic inserts) are needed to correct issues with the plantar fascia and arch of the foot. Actually, you don’t want pressure applied to the middle of your foot pushing up, as this will only cause further ...

MYTH: Night Splints are Effective REALITY: Night Splints Are DAMAGING Devices that are designed to stretch the plantar fascia, such as night splints, will only make your condition worse. Night splints actually re-injure your plantar every time that you wear them. When you sleep, your body has a chance to try to repair the plantar by attempting to ...

Treat the Symptoms of Metatarsalgia In order to get rid of your Metatarsalgia, you need to determine and treat the cause. This can be difficult as there are many potential causes of Metatarsalgia, including Morton’s Neuroma, stress fractures, improper footwear, excess weight, etc. There is no one universal “cure” for Metatarsalgia, as the ideal treatment ...

The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the arch of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your metatarsals (also known as the ball of your foot). The plantar fascia is there to create the arch of your foot and contribute to proper balance and gait. You can think of it like a tightrope. You don’t want ...

Tendonitis implies inflammation of the tendon whereas tendinopathy is a more general term that refers to the degeneration of the tendon. As with many types of tendonitis, extensor tendonitis is an overuse injury. Badly fitting shoes or shoes that are laced too tightly causing pressure over the top of the foot. Running uphill means the ...

SYMPTOMSOne of the most common symptoms of foot tendonitis is localized pain, swelling and possibly stiffness in the surrounding area. Pain is usually the first sign of foot tendonitis. Over time the pain typically goes away to some extent but then will resurface the longer time you spend on your feet. CAUSESYou are more likely ...

What Does Kinesiology Tape do?By definition, kinesiology tape is applied strategically to the body to provide support, lessen pain, reduce swelling, improves performance and enhances recovery. When kinesiology tape is applied correctly, the tape works with your skin to help prevent injury and help you heal faster! There’s so many types of tape! Which should ...

There’s lots of gimmicks on the market that talk about relieving inflammation quickly, but nothing is better than just applying cold. Why? It’s natural! When you’re injured, your body protects itself by creating inflammation around the injury. It’s going to take time to get rid of, and that’s perfectly normal because you’re working towards healing ...

Stone bruise is a bruise deep within the foot at the fat pad, usually caused when more pressure has been placed on that foot, such as when stepping on a hard object or when there has been been an impact injury. Also known as Metatarsalgia.  The pain is commonly by the head of the metatarsals, ...

Foot drop is an abnormality in which the forefoot “drops”. It is caused  due to weakness, irritation or damage to the common fibular nerve including the sciatic nerve, or paralysis of the muscles in the anterior portion of the lower leg. It is usually a symptom of a greater problem, not a disease in itself. ...