Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain we see at our clinic in Naas. The plantar fascia is the thick band of tissue that runs from your heel to your toes and supports the arch of your foot. When it’s overloaded it becomes irritated and inflamed, causing sharp, stabbing pain in the heel, especially with your first steps in the morning or after a period of rest.
At Walk This Way Podiatry, our CORU registered podiatrist looks at your feet, footwear and activity to find out why the fascia is overloaded, then treats both the pain and the cause. Rest alone rarely fixes it, because the cause is still there when you stand up.
Treatment combines laser therapy to settle pain and inflammation, 3D printed orthotics made from a scan of your feet to take the load off the fascia, and a short daily stretching plan. For stubborn heel pain, a cortisone injection may also be an option. With the right plan, most people find it settles within 6 to 12 weeks.
Plantar fasciitis can develop gradually or appear suddenly, often after a jump in walking, running or standing, or from unsupportive shoes. Common symptoms include:
If this sounds familiar, our podiatrist in Naas will confirm whether it’s plantar fasciitis or something with similar symptoms, such as a heel spur, nerve irritation or an Achilles problem, before starting treatment.
With the right plan, most people find plantar fasciitis settles within 6 to 12 weeks. Rest alone rarely fixes it, because the cause is still there when you stand up.
Not always. Custom orthotics are prescribed when they’ll make a real difference. If exercises or a change of footwear will fix it, we’ll tell you.
It can help stubborn heel pain that hasn’t settled with other treatments. Our podiatrist will talk you through whether a cortisone injection is right for you.
Yes. Heel spurs, nerve irritation and Achilles problems can feel similar, which is why our podiatrist checks properly before starting treatment.
No. You can book online or by phone, and appointments are usually available within 24 hours.
If you’re tired of living with heel pain, don’t wait to get help. We offer appointments within 24 hours at our clinic on John’s Lane, Naas, with parking close by and wheelchair access, and we accept cover from all major Irish health insurers. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward pain-free mornings.
