Plantar Fasciitis for almost a year now?

[nebm413]

What is the common prognosis for this kind of thing? The pain only started after I stomped on the floor really hard a show one night. I mean REALLY hard. That was a little less than a year ago, maybe 8-10 months? I've gained weight since then (since, subsequently I can't run). I'm at 250 at 5'8. Really unhealthy and I'm just now starting to actively trying to bring that weight down. I've done it before and know how to lower it in an educated matter. Will this make the PF go away?

I weighed 235 when it happened. But have dieted and gone as low as 200 lbs. I'm 25 this month.


This discussion is related to Will Plantar Fasciitis eventually go away?.

[achilles2]

I sent you a message.

[nebm413]

Will it go away eventually? How long do you predict? Do you think bringing the weight down would be crucial in completely eliminating the Plantar Fasciitis?

[Dr Vinod]

Hello!

At 5feet and 8 inches with 250 pounds your BMI is 38. You have to target a BMI of less than 25 and for this you have to consider regular cardio activities. You can try jogging, running, cycling, swimming etc.

You have to start a proper diet plan and adhere to it; avoid junk food, sodas, fast food, desserts and fried food completely.

You have to rest to get your inflammation down; apply ice packs and also consider NSAIDs.

You have to wear shoe inserts and night splints.  Some simple exercises, performed in the morning and evening, often helps you to feel better.  Discuss with an orthopedician.

Take care!