CLAY COUNTY PODIATRY, LLC

Heel Pain

Conservative Treatment

In over 90% of all cases, plantar fasciitis responds to conservative therapy. This involves dealing with inflammation and over use of a ligament on the bottom of the foot called the plantar fascia. Typical treatments are: rest, ice, and anti-inflammatories such as cortisone or ibuprofen-type drugs. This may also involve having a custom-molded arch support or "orthotic" fabricated for long-term relief.

Surgical Treatment

Surgical management of unresolved heel pain has usually meant releasing the tight, irregular portion of the fascia with or without resection of a heel spur. This makes the foot unstable and requires lifetime use of orthotics.

The Topaz^(c)  System

Now! There is a new, less debilitating option.  Dr. Goodale uses the Topaz System which is minimally invasive, has a quick recovery time, and is clinically proven to eliminate the pain of chronic plantar fasciitis.

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