We’ve all blamed the dog for eating our homework, making a mess, or eating the last cookie on the table. But those angry scoundrels can also cause physical injury. The cute furry puppy wags his tail and encourages you to go for a walk every day. Rain or shine, he wants to go. You probably ride it every day and have an established route and pattern.
At some point in the middle of the night, the dog walk begins to damage your shoes. Your nice shiny white shoes get old and less supportive. Once firm and comfortable rubber heels become soft. Over time, the shoes stop absorbing the forces of concrete blows. The force of the impact passes through the shoes and reaches the feet.
Over time, the sole of the foot begins to feel a bit tired and sore from walking. The elusive dog keeps you walking every day and your feet keep absorbing the extra force. Over time, a small spot becomes more painful and may cause you some pain first thing in the morning. The pain disappears quickly in a few steps. Then one day you realize that the little pain has turned into a sharp, stabbing pain that lasts 10 steps. That dog has done it again; made you develop a case of plantar fasciitis.
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammatory condition of the fascia (ligament) found on the sole of the foot. This fascia runs from the heel to the toes and supports the entire foot. It stretches with each step and absorbs some of the forces of walking, running, or jumping. In some cases, the fascia can become injured and turn into plantar fasciitis.
There are several different treatments for plantar fasciitis, including ice, stretching, exercises, shoe inserts, orthotics, best shoes, Graston technique, bandage, or cold laser. Cold laser is a newer technique for treating plantar fasciitis.
The cold laser uses specific wavelengths to cause changes within the body. Different frequencies and wavelengths have different functions. The laser is excellent for reducing pain, swelling, and swelling. It will also activate enzymes to produce additional ATP, which is the energy source for cells. Injured cells often have lower energy reserves, so extra ATP means more energy to repair and heal. The laser can also decrease the formation of scar tissue, which is a component of chronic plantar fasciitis.
Cute, furry dogs want their walks, and most aren’t willing to wait weeks for their feet to stop hurting. Give your feet two weeks of ice and rest. If your pain does not improve, seek active treatment for your plantar fasciitis.