Should i buy orthotic shoes for my plantar fasciitis?
There is ZERO evidence that shoes sold by podiatrists resolve plantar
fasciitis any faster. The only thing extra you may need is shoe
cushioning; such shoes inserts can be bought from any shoe store.
Everything you buy from the podiatrist’s office is a rip off and
intended to scam you and/or the insurance company. The pain of plantar
fasciitis often takes a few weeks to subside. If your pain is still
persistent, a shot of corticosteroids may help. Remember, corticosteroid
injections cost hundreds of dollars and only work in a few people- on
the other hand, doing nothing is free and will also resolve the
condition within a few weeks.
Over the years, many more treatments for plantar fasciitis have been
developed but all are simply designed to scam patients off their hard
earned money. Shock wave therapy, ultrasound, acupuncture, and other
procedures should be considered bogus therapies for plantar fasciitis
and you should keep away from people who offer such treatments, unless
you have money to waste.
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