Effective Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most stubborn chronic pain conditions we treat effectively at Catch a Fish Acupuncture & Wellness. In fact, the easy cases we rarely see, as 85% of Plantar Fasciitis cases heal on their own with rest and taking it easy for a few weeks.
However, the remaining 15% of cases that don’t heal on their own often end up going down the path of extensive Physical Therapy, Cortisone Injections, Pain Killers, Chiropractic Care, Pain Clinic Specialists, Podiatrists, and other Acupuncturists, among other treatments like Dry Needling and various odd contraptions for the feet and legs to wear at night. Our patients have often tried it all before they come to us.
Unless you’ve experienced Plantar Fasciitis, it’s hard to imagine how something that’s not broken can cause such excruciating pain. The issue is that many people think it’s a minor condition that will resolve on its own, and they continue to exercise or play sports at full intensity. As they push through the pain, the condition only worsens, eventually making even one step feel like stepping on shards of glass. Most of our patients with this condition come to us after being sedentary for six months or more.
Why Our Multidisciplinary Approach Works
At Catch a Fish Acupuncture & Wellness in Herndon, VA, we’re able to get to the root of Plantar Fasciitis because of our multidisciplinary approach. We treat this condition with a combination of Acupuncture, Massage, Herbology, and movement practices. The patients we see are often part of the 15% who have tried everything with little to no success using standalone treatments. By providing all these modalities simultaneously, we give you a well-rounded approach to recovery.
How We Treat Plantar Fasciitis
If we can make an impact on your Plantar Fasciitis, you’ll likely begin to see pain reduction after the first week of treatment, and your feet will continue to improve with each session. Our most stubborn cases typically resolve within about 3 months, but some patients see improvement much sooner. However, if we don’t see progress by the second week of treatment, we’ll know that we may not be able to help, and we will discuss other options with you.
Our typical chronic pain patients often have similar characteristics, especially those suffering from Plantar Fasciitis. Below are a few examples of the types of patients we work with:
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Patients who have tried numerous other treatments (physical therapy, cortisone injections, etc.) without lasting results.
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Patients who have been unable to return to normal activity or exercise due to ongoing pain.
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Those experiencing sharp, debilitating pain, especially in the morning or after periods of rest.
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Individuals seeking a holistic, non-invasive approach to healing and pain management.
Typical Chronic Pain Patients We Treat
Click here to see video or written testimonials from patients who have successfully treated their Plantar Fasciitis and chronic pain with acupuncture and multidisciplinary treatments.
“I have been a client of Brian’s for almost five years. I began a skeptic, having tried many other alternatives, but the change his therapy has made in my life has been almost miraculous. My doctors agree. When I first went to Brian, I suffered for thirty years from chronic pain caused by a Reactive Arthritis (RA), and existed on NSAIDs. Today, I am predominately pain-free and off the NSAIDs. Over the past four years, I have lost 48 pounds and I am still progressing toward my final goal without gaining any of it back—a first. My words aren’t enough to express the positive changes in my life due to Brian and his therapies. I highly recommend him to anyone who wishes to improve the quality of their life.”
*Disclaimer: Results may vary.
Pain Level #9-10: “Wilson” came in with burning feet that pretty much stopped all activity in his life. Prior to his bout with Plantar Fasciitis he was an active tennis player, biker, and rock climber. One morning about a year and a half ago he woke up and his foot felt “tight” and when he placed it on the hard floor it sent a shock and a tingle all over the sole of his foot. He thought it was odd and maybe he had worked out too much or too long the day before. The day progressed and it felt fine. As the weeks went by the pain did not go away but become more frequent and intense becoming more burning and now was not only present in the morning hours but also during day and anytime he took a step. Wilson went his general practitioner and they sent him to a specialist who gave him several cortisone shots over the course of a few months. He was also prescribed a few months of Physical Therapy. The pain did not change and grew more aggravated and intense. He was growing depressed as all of his sports and physical activities were taken out of his life. Over the next few months he would try Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Painful Dry Needling without change to his condition. His friend told him about Catch a Fish Acupuncture and he gave us a call.
Pain Level #4-6: “Jen” came to see us after a year of off and on Plantar Fasciitis pain. Her job requires her to be on her feet for most of the work day. The pain gradually grew after an intense few weeks at work and made an appointment with her general practitioner. She received cortisone shots and a few months of Physical Therapy. Not much change to her pain. Her neighbor told her about Catch a Fish Acupuncture and gave us a try.
To determine if you’re a good candidate for acupuncture please schedule your first treatment today and we’ll determine how effective acupuncture will be for you. To schedule call our office at: (703) -278-2271 during regular business hours or send an email anytime (we typically respond within 1-4 hours): admin@catchafishllc.com
We look forward to getting to know you and show you how to catch your own fish toward feeling better!
*Disclaimer: Results may vary.
Catch a Fish Acupuncture & Wellness
481 Carlisle Drive, Suite 116
Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703-278-2271
Serving Fairfax and Loudoun Counties in Northern Virginia
Zip Codes: 22066, 20148, 20151, 201152, 20164, 20166, 20170,
20171, 20190, 20191, 22182, 221124