3. WAITING TO TREAT YOUR PLANTAR FASCIITIS

If you think your foot’s arch may be damaged, it’s crucial to act quickly to repair the situation, just like with other injuries. With a damaged fascia, continuing to walk, run, or jump can exacerbate micro-injuries, cause the arch to flatten even more, and lengthen the healing process.

One of the greatest ways to prevent expensive and more invasive medical measures later on is to treat heel pain as soon as possible with conservative treatment techniques like stretching, orthotics, and icing. When in doubt, consult your doctor, avoid engaging in any strenuous physical activity, and start with conservative therapy.

4. SPENDING TIME AND MONEY ON MIRACLE CURES

In the age of the Internet, finding proven treatments to heal Plantar Fasciitis only requires a few clicks. However, research frequently demonstrates that these wonder treatments tend to focus more on marketing than actual effects.

It probably won’t hurt to test a new treatment if it’s affordable and has no negative side effects. Keep in mind that the majority of Plantar Fasciitis patients can be properly treated at home using extremely affordable solutions.

5. OVERDOSING NSAIDS OR CONSUMING IT THE WRONG WAY

Icing and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen can both be quite effective at momentarily reducing pain, but they can also be misused.

To prevent frostbite, apply ice to the skin indirectly (using a plastic bag wrapped in a paper towel, or handy ice slippers to avoid the mess). To maximize the effects of numbness and reduced inflammation, keep the ice on for about 10 to 20 minutes. However, applying ice to the skin for more than 20 minutes might actually harm the skin’s tissues and impair blood flow.