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Explore 635 community discussions about physical therapy & foot exercises, with 1,746 replies preserved in the archive.
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🎯 Heel pain mystery solved? This is called the Windlass Test. Jon Jon Jon Jon Ritter Jul 31 Krista K Brand Wondering if their feet compression heat massages work for PF or if it would…
Hi thanks for letting me join it’s 4.30am I’m sat with my feet in cold water as there killing me what helps everyone please it’s at it worst the pain TurquoiseHedgehog7861 I’m still…
So back story. I have high arches. I've had ankle problems sinse i was a kid. Was always straining, rolling ankles on flat ground etc. I've had a couple of avulsion fractures etc…
GROUNDING is the best thing for long term healing plantar fasciitis and heel spurs. The main game is to strengthen your feet GROUNDING 👣 is the best thing for long term healing…
Sock marks on your ankles? Start with a foot massage ☝🏻 If your ankles and feet are constantly swollen like mine, try this foot massage to find relie Bon Jovi · It's My Life Bon Jovi…
Is there something someone can recommend for during the day at work? Im a school custodian and I am on my feet for 9 hours a day 5 days a week. Im already wearing night splints to bed…
I’m still so torn between getting lots of arch support with HOKA or going barefoot with something like HOBIBEAR! How will I know which way is best? * to look at my feet they aren’t…
Ultrasound?????? Question Not sure what I've got going on with my right foot. Had a CAT scan done and they say it's mild osteoarthritis but I think it's more than that. It's just my…
In pain since Feb I've given up now and accepted pain April Alcantara This may be TMI but perhaps it will help drive the point that PF is not just a foot problem. I brought this A3…
Did physical therapy help for anyone? I’ve heard mixed reviews. It’s my next option. Wendy Pertain Holman I put myself in PT several months ago because none of the night braces or…
Heading away in hols soon and really in need of a good comfortable pair of sandals\Flip-flops suffering with pain into my high arches and middle heel any ideas ?? Lainey Fitzgerald…
Picked up these Hoka Ora Ones yesterday and oh man are these things comfy indoors. I tried on the oofos but I found these to be more comfortable especially with my flat feet. The…
I’ve had pf about 6 months, last 3 excruciating. Tried just about everything: orthopaedic shoes, insoles, ice, heat, compression socks etc. on my feet 6/7 hours a day. Last 2 months…
Has anyone tried these socks? https://forme.science/products/arch-booster-sock... Alyssa_Jane2467 I am new to having PF and I am soon to gey my first pair of orthotics and I am…
First Appointment to see Podiatrist Consultant .Ive had Pre Op Assessment done & im booked in for Operation on the 12th November! Its not as straight forward as I thought , instead of…
Did anyone else overdo it on the toe rises and now have an inflamed toe with bone now rubbing on bone and less cartilage as a result? Taping my big toe helps a bit as do anti…
Best shoes/sandels What have been the best shoes for you in helping relieve PF. I stand most of the day on a hard surface. I’ve been wearing Hoka sneakers for two years now. Annabelle…
What has people's experience been with PRP? I've had two shockwave treatments (the high intensity kind), several rounds of PT, tried all the braces, stretching, scraping, massaging…
Hi recently joined. I have multiple issues going on with both my feet, from plantar fasciitis, bunions, and bunionettes, heal spurs on bottom and back of heels plus accessory ossicle…
Which insole is best for plantar fasciitis? What’s the best insole for walking and basketball? Dawn Lee Hi guys I’ve got an appointment for steroid injection and was wondering if it…
I’m wondering when everyone was cleared to start weight training again. How long did it take before you could at least lift dumbbells? I’m assuming cardio will have to wait a little…
I don't have pain but my issue is extremely cold toes, from morning to night. I have tried everything (electric socks, toe warmers, wool everything for example) to no avail. My doc is…
Can anyone weigh in on Keen sandals? These specifically? Going to Italy next month and am worried about the miles I will be putting on! May be an image of shoes and text that says…
Hey you all these knots on my feet and crooked toes along with hammer toes are so freaking annoying. I really don't want to do surgery. Do u think I'd qualify for minimally invasive…
Why are birkenstock so good? Do sandles have the same impact? Shared post Vinai Dhanraj Just recently confirmed I have PF and the podiatrist recommended changing my footwear first…
Do most of you have pain in arch and heel? I only have pain in heel (and outer heel) but ultrasound did verify it is PF 6.8mm thickness with bone spur. Nothing has really improved…
I first noticed my plantar fasciitis back in July 2023 after having COVID, and here I am 3 years later still dealing with it. 😭 What actually helped you get rid of it or manage the…
Good morning, 2 weeks and 2 days since foot fusion and bunion surgery. I’m walking in a boot from heel to toe , stitches are out and in zero pain and zero swelling. Life is good. I…
Hi new to the page, really dont understand what is going on with my foot as my bones have moved and toes are moving as well as seen in xray, have included my ultrasound findings in…