For 2024 Pilgrims: €50,- donation = 1 year with no ads on the forum + 90% off any 2024 Guide. More here. (Discount code sent to you by Private Message after your donation) |
---|
My wife’s PF was caused by a weak ankle. Strapping the ankle for a week resolved the issue. She had tried inserts, foot taping and podiatry for 18 months. Her physio suggested and strapped the weak the ankle. It worked. I guess it just depends on causeHi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
I walked 2 Caminos with same condition. Bought some good inserts for my boots and stretched frequently including calve stretching. See a podiatrist get some good cushioned sandals for albergue and after walking. You will experience pain for sure for obvious reasons. I’m on my third Camino in the past 2 years and happy to report my PF is long gone. Test your pain tolerance my walking at least 4 hours with your pack.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
Ask for a cortisone injection. You will be pain free in days. I’ve had to have 2 over two years since all of the above didn’t help. I’m so sorry you are going through it. It’s painful.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
Many years ago I had plantar fasciitis fairly bad. A friend told me to try wearing crocs as much as possible indoor and outdoor. It cleared up within a month and has never returned!Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
I am so sorry for you! I had PF twice. Was afraid I would get it last year on the camino. I brought my strassbourg sock and wore it at night. Did my stretches and had personalized orthotics. I went well. Earlier I tried everything and the only that worked for me was the Strassbourg sock, wore it every night for months. Don’t pull the straps too tight because it will get uncomfortable! Good luck!Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
if not serious, they say that the best medicine for this is walkingHi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
First, let me say that I find plantar fasciitis a lot more than "annoying. " So kudos to you that you either have a very mild condition or a wonderful, upbeat attitude! Mine started with much right foot about a year and a half ago. Then the left foot started with a vengeance. I call it excruciating pain for such a benign condition. Anyway, for nearly 1.5 years it preclded me from even walking my dog more than 5 or 10 minutes. My friend and I were supposed to go on the Camino Portugues starting Oct 15, 2022. I was Gung ho despite my condition and felt I was getting a little better, but not much. Bottom line, my friend canceled the trip in early September, immediately prior to is purchasing airline tickets. She canceled because she had suffered from pf a few years earlier and knew how debilitating it is. She feared that we would get to the Camino and after 2 or 3 days, I would be on a plane bac back tto the U.S. I think she made the right decision although I was crushed. Soooo, in November and December, I did exercises religiously from Frank Ng, valled Ng6. It's on YouTube. All I can say is I feel great, have been walking or hiking 5 miles per day, and my friend and I and 4 more friends are starting the Camino on March 20. I am pain free! (or mostly pain free).Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
if not serious, they say that the best medicine for this is walking
So ..............
I certainly agree with Botaivica....the best solution is to stay on the move; however, those first 10 steps after sitting down for a coffee...wow those steps used to be brutal.
I had plantar fasciitis when I started my Camino Frances. It was something of a pain when I first started walking in the morning, or when I got up from a break but wasn't too bad after I had been walking for a while. It really discouraged me from stopping during the walk! It seemed to disappear after a bit, probably close to a week into the walk. Perhaps because by then I was distracted by my knees, not a solution I would recommend.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
Just getting over a bad case of PF in my right foot. Did all the stretching, ball rolling etc, but has taken weeks and weeks heal. I BBC wish you well and hope that all is good when your Camino starts. Good luck and Buen Camino.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
Get A-Stym therapy. Call Benchmark Therapy clinics. 3 treatments, no pain. Nothing, nothing else worked. A-Stym.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
I walked it in 2018 with PF luckily it was snowing so just took off shoes and rested in the snow. All I can say is stretch calfs before each day and during the day walk shorter distances and you will get there. after my Camino I started to wear Crocs flip flops and after a few weeks it went away after 2 years of pain. But each of us is different oh fill a coke or drink bottle full of water freeze it and roll in under you foot this helped me.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
The best advise for me was when I got up in the morning, take the 1 or 2 steps to the nearest wall, lean my hands against it at an angel and do 10+ up and downs on my toes. It went away before the $250 orthodontics ever arrived .Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
Usually , I believe , doctors advise no heavy walking for a couple of weeks after cortison injections for PF. Check with your physician!Ask for a cortisone injection. You will be pain free in days. I’ve had to have 2 over two years since all of the above didn’t help. I’m so sorry you are going through it. It’s painful.
On 28 May 2019, I missed a step going downstairs and landed heavily on my right heel. That triggered a bout of plantar fasciitis that was extremely painful on getting out of bed in the morning but eased with walking. As I was preparing for the Camino, I continued walking every day with longer walks at weekends. The condition did not go away but was bearable without painkillers.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
I have not experienced Plantar fasciitis, but have other foot problems that are greatly relieved by my choice of shoes: Kuru Shoes is a internet-only shoe company for helping people with foot problems. Lots of people find help for Plantar faciitis with their shoes. You can find them at kurufootware.com -- and, if you are in the US, shipping is free and return shipping is free. I live in Canada (they do ship here, but I can't afford it) so when I visited my family in the US I ordered from them and am so grateful for them. I am wearing my second pain of good walking shoes (Quantum) and have 2 sandals. Maybe this will help you! BonnieHi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
My wife walked the entire Camino Salvador followed by Camino Primitivo with plantar fascitis. She taped up big time. She said it was brutally painful when she got up every morning, but after a bit of walking, she was fine the rest of the day.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
I have been there. Lots of Advil. A pharmacist along the way said Advil and get my friend to carry my pack. If you get enough rest, stretching and Advil before you go it may resolve itself. Carrying heavy loads does not help.Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
I’ve had plantar fasciitis several times. I’m fine now, but it can return at any time (More likely if I walk in sandals or shoes without cushioned inner soles.)Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
I walked twice last year (350 & 450km) with that problem by using good quality insoles . The worst was when I stopped, as long as I kept going it was manageable. But make sure that you don't walk on the flat once you take off your walking footwear- I had a pair of reef flip-flops with shaped insoles. I read that it takes a year to get rid of and it did! But I had no treatment .Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
Which exercises please?!I have had this twice. The first time was in the last two weeks of my first Camino, from Malaga to Fisterra.
It was painful but manageable. I had no treatment and didn't use painkillers and it disappeared within a few weeks after I completed my Camino. If I had known about ibuprufeno at the time, I probably would have used it, as I did when I twisted my ankle on a later Camino. I have never had this problem on subsequent Caminos,
The second time was more recently and not Camino related. I consulted my GP who gave me some exercises and the problem quickly disappeared. Thart was about 3 years ago and has not resurfaced.
After 8 weeks of PF, I finally went to a PT (physiotherapist) and had one session of dry needling in my calves. It hurt, but I was fixed within a few days!Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
I just bought the Tuli Heel Cups - some background: heel started to hurt about 2 weeks ago, I rested 3 days, saw a podiatrist who recommended an orthotic (of course), he thought I had plantar fasciitis. My acupuncturist treated it, but was skeptical about the diagnosis and urged an xray, no heel spurs, no fractures, likely a bone bruise. Acupuncturist recommended heel cups . I just walked 4 miles in them, so far best relief I've had, yay! And it didn't feel like they were changing my gait as much as the orthotics, so I'm going to go with these. Fingers-crossed they continue to work for me. I leave in 3 weeks to start Norte/Primitivo/Muxia, walking for 6 weeks. So here's my question, do you (does anyone) know how long the cups last if you're walking every day like this? Are two pairs enough for the 6 weeks? How do you know when to replace them? Haven't been able to find an answer. Thanks!I’ve had plantar fasciitis several times. I’m fine now, but it can return at any time (More likely if I walk in sandals or shoes without cushioned inner soles.)
If/when it returns, this is how I address it: rolling my arches over a bottle of frozen water several times daily. Well cushioned shoes (plantar fasciitis inner soles and - when really bad - Tuli’s Heel Cups (green version).
I use Footlogics ’Sport’ model inner soles, (they also have a plantar fasciitis model - but the Sport version has been so good I don’t want to mess with it and it is also for planter fasciitis. https://footlogics-shop.com.au/orthotic-insoles/footlogics-sports/. They have gel pads in the heel and forefoot, good arch support (the over flexing of the arch can cause the condition), and a slight metatarsal rise.
I aways wear the most cushioned boots/hiking shoes I can get. Altra Olympus trail runners are the most cushioned (approx 3.5 cm) and have a very wide toe box. However, if you don’t like a ‘balanced cushion/zero drop’ shoe (same depth cushion at forefoot and heel), then try Hoka trail runners. They are also super cushioned - but I find them too narrow. Start wearing the super cushioned shoes/heel cups etc now.
I’ve had some good cushioned boots too - but I always use the cushioned inner soles too. My boots need to be bigger than previously, as a result.
As a multi day bushwalker I can’t afford to have a flare up miles from anywhere so I always carry the Tuli’s heel cups (I use the green ones). If I get a flare up I know that I can walk in these (on top of the inner soles) as they reduce the pain so much. They are not the same as flat gel heel cups (they have a 3 dimensional rubber ‘grid’ that absorbs and cushions more).
Tulis heel cups https://www.findsports.com.au/p/tulis-heavy-duty-pro-heel-cups-regular/AS-1519R?CAWELAID=120437600000137799&msclkid=0c920bcb00481ca5a2276830c5feb9fb&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=PM | Standard Shopping | All Products (ex Best Sellers) | AU&utm_term=4586544040085007&utm_content=Ad group #1
Also, I carry one plantar fasciitis sock (just a toes-less sock that compresses the arch) ‘just in case’ - never used it but it’s light…
That’s a great video! ThanksJust recovering! Stretch I have found most effective is the second one covered in this helpful video. Good luck!
Im in training for my first Camino and I’m having mild PF symptoms. Switching to flip flops with support at home has made a HUGE difference. I also think that staying active after a training session - just walking around the house - prevented a flare up. I flopped on the couch for a few hours immediately after a 17k hike and had my worst pain so far.I walked twice last year (350 & 450km) with that problem by using good quality insoles . The worst was when I stopped, as long as I kept going it was manageable. But make sure that you don't walk on the flat once you take off your walking footwear- I had a pair of reef flip-flops with shaped insoles. I read that it takes a year to get rid of and it did! But I had no treatment .
I, too, have been dealing with plantar faciitis this winter/spring. I know people mean well with their comments, but I sincerely believe that the best advice anyone can offer is to see a physician. Six weeks ago, I visited my podiatrist and sure enough, he diagnosed plantar faciitis in both feet although one was worse than the other. He injected my right heel with cortisone and then taped my foot. His instructions were to leave the tape on for a week. More importantly, I was measured for custom orthotics. As it took about 3 weeks for the orthotics to be made, I reduced the stress on my feet by switching my exercise to my peloton. Between rest, cortisone, and my customized orthotics which arrived just two weeks ago, I have to say that I’m now walking long distances again with zero pain or discomfort. As you are still 7 weeks out from your Camino, a visit to a podiatrist might be well advised to help clear up this problem. I leave for Spain in a few weeks with no foot concerns . Buen Camino!Hi friends, So, out of nowhere really, I've got a dose of plantar fasciitis (mild, but still). This has never happened to me before.
And, i start a Camino in 7 weeks time. Not feeling joyous, let me tell you. But been to the physio who has taped me, given me a set of stretches to do etc and will commit to it all in the next 7 weeks.
Anyone care to share some good (or bad!) stories about their healing from this very annoying condition?? I tell myself Im sure itll be ok then there is a chance i wont be....
Legends, thanks
Yes, I should have added that I am seeing a podiatrist. It’s very important to understand why you are experiencing plantar fasciitis. There are many causes and it may even be something else entirely. I have almost flat feet so I pronate and ankles collapse in. I didn’t know this because I have never had a problem with my feet before I started my Camino training.I know people mean well with their comments, but I sincerely believe that the best advice anyone can offer is to see a physician.
Question for Kev....How soon did you notice any difference in your foot after the shockwave therapy? I have tried everything and just started this therapy. I didn't really notice any change after the first treatment. I just had my second. Hoping this will do the trick but not sure what to expect.I walked 250 miles this year with pain from it. The things I learned that helped the most:
Research Shockwave Therapy near you, it was designed specifically for Plantar Fasciitis. I pay $28 for each treatment (6 total) and I am finding of all the treatments this one has the most function to repair the problem.
I changed up my shoes to New Balance runners with greater heel cushion and purchased Superfeet insoles for hiking - https://www.superfeet.com/en-us/trailblazer-comfort. 6 weeks to go might not be enough time for custom insoles, and if you are like me you will need a few adjustments made over the following weeks.
I also used two types of tape to tape my feet, I started with Hypafix on the skin ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014SUA3MM?tag=casaivar02-20 ) and covered that with Leukotape ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000E59HXC?tag=casaivar02-20 ) but intentionally left the heal exposed similar to the picture in step # 1 ( https://heelthatpain.com/plantar-fascia/plantar-fascia-taping/ ). I found I could aggressively apply the leukotape both under the arch and around the back of the heal and it quickly settled in after a few steps.
Visit a pharmacy and get some topical Ibuprofen and some sport cold spray - I used Fisiocrem spray. Applying the spray approximately hourly thru the day and applying the topical ibuprofen after showering helped a lot
What has she tried so far? Has she consulted a podiatrist?Hello. My daughter is in miserable pain with this and I'm wondering if the custom insoles actually work (so she has an alternative to surgery). Thanks for any assistance.
Hello. My daughter is in miserable pain with this and I'm wondering if the custom insoles actually work (so she has an alternative to surgery). Thanks for any assistance.
Thank you for this! I love the non jargon approach, scientific research behind the facts (non inflammatory condition, no need to roll underfoot etc) and very good instructions for both excercises as well as what to do and not to do while living with this condition. Most videos just give instructions for streching only. As so many others, I I'm struggling to get my unexpectedly occurred PF sorted at least a bit better before hikes this summer -was hoping to do one in April already but have to see how things progress with these excercises. I have an appointment to get my first podiatric insoles in 2 weeks. Bought a cheaper pair (50e) 6 months ago from sports shop that worked wonderfully on my long training walks until..finally my left sole of the foot started hurting and now my right heel. Didn't even understand this condition is PF! Thought it's just my collapsed horizontal arches that got enough of my walks. Anyway. Appreciate reading from other pilgrim's experiences and wishing well for you as well as for everyone else dealing with thisJust recovering! Stretch I have found most effective is the second one covered in this helpful video. Good luck!
Just recovering! Stretch I have found most effective is the second one covered in this helpful video. Good luck!
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
Do you accept cookies and these technologies?
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
Do you accept cookies and these technologies?