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(703) 996 – 3000
6101 Redwood Square Centre #303
Centreville, VA 20121
If you’ve been experiencing heel pain, you might be wondering, “Is it plantar fasciitis?” This common condition affects many people, particularly athletes and those with physically demanding jobs. In this post, Clifton Foot & Ankle Center explores the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for plantar fasciitis. What Is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation…
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that can sometimes come with some less common symptoms. While most people are familiar with the hallmark symptom of heel pain, Clifton Foot & Ankle Center has outlined several lesser-known symptoms that can also indicate the presence of this condition. Recognizing these signs can lead to quicker diagnosis…
If you’ve ever experienced plantar fasciitis, you know how important it is to find relief from heel pain. Fortunately, several effective at-home exercises can help alleviate the discomfort and promote healing. Below, Clifton Foot & Ankle Center has outlined a list of simple exercises to reduce plantar fasciitis pain and speed up recovery. 1. Calf…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “What is this persistent heel pain I’m experiencing?” you’ve come to the right place to figure it out! Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that can greatly affect a person’s pain level and comfort on a daily basis. Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center has helped…
When it comes to heel pain, surgery shouldn’t be your first step. However, in some rare cases, it’s the best solution available to restore quality of life when other options have consistently failed. Clifton Foot & Ankle Center will always honor its commitment to quality care by informing patients of every treatment option available to…
If life or financial constraints get in the way of going to physical therapy to relieve plantar fasciitis pain, try these at-home exercises!
Our Fairfax County patients who suffer from plantar fasciitis come to us with exactly one goal: to get rid of their heel pain. Plantar fasciitis is difficult to ignore. Sharp pains in the heel and feelings of achiness or burning often feel the worst in the morning. The discomfort typically tapers off as you go…
Plantar fasciitis is better known as heel pain – sometimes debilitating heel pain. Patients often tell us similar stories: They have stabbing pain in their heels and arches when they wake up and take their first steps of the day. The pain eases after they walk a bit. Wearing shoes makes the heel feel better….
What brings a pretty large percentage of patients to our podiatry office in Centreville, Virginia? Heel pain. Very often, the pain is due to a condition called plantar fasciitis. What is plantar fasciitis?Any word ending in “-itis” indicates something is inflamed. In this case, that “something” is the plantar fascia – the thick band of…
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