Plantar Fasciitis

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How Anyone Suffering
With Plantar Fasciitis
May Get Back to Being
Active

Why Plantar Fasciitis
Occurs & 

What You Can Do

The Root Common
Causes of Plantar
fasciitis

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What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is a disorder primarily affecting weight-bearing activities. Although poorly understood, plantar fasciitis is thought to have a mechanical origin. This means that the excessive strain on the fascia will produce microscopic tears that lead to pain.

For years the pain was thought to be associated with chronic inflammation; however, the evidence does not support this concept. Inflammation is rarely observed in chronic plantar fasciitis.

Similarly, the role of arch mechanics in the development of plantar fasciitis is highly debated, with little evidence to support this idea. This may, in part, be due to the difficulty in accurately measuring arch mechanics in a live person. Some experts suggest that there are changes to blood flow or degenerative changes in connective tissues responsible for plantar fasciitis development.

This is so important to ensure the treatment is appropriate so you can achieve the results you are hoping for!

Similarly, the role of arch mechanics in the development of plantar fasciitis is highly debated, with little evidence to support this idea. This may, in part, be due to the difficulty in accurately measuring arch mechanics in a live person. Some experts suggest that there are changes to blood flow or degenerative changes in connective tissues responsible for plantar fasciitis development.

This is so important to ensure the treatment is appropriate so you can achieve the results you are hoping for!

Discover How You Can Get to the Root Cause of Your Plantar Fasciitis Without Surgery or Resting…

Are you tired of experiencing that sharp pain the first time you take a step each morning? Do you notice that the pain in your heel doesn’t seem to go away? You may be dealing with plantar fasciitis. At Back In Motion Physical Therapy & Performance, our physical therapist will guide you through solutions that work and help you resolve this pain once and for all!

The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the sole and forms a solid mechanical linkage between the heel bone (i.e., calcaneus) and the toes—plantar fasciitis up to 10% of the population in the US.

Plantar fasciitis can prevent people from taking more than a few steps when it is at its worst. This condition can be excruciating and limit even the most basic activities. Fortunately, at Back In Motion Physical Therapy & Performance in Fort MyersCape Coral physical therapy & Estero, FL, our physical therapists are up to date on the most effective treatment techniques to combat this condition.

What Causes Plantar Fasciitis?

  • Overuse and Repetitive Strain
  • Improper Foot Mechanics
  • Tight Calf Muscles
  • Inadequate Footwear
  • Sudden Increase in Activity
  • Weight Gain
  • Occupational Factors
  • Age and Biomechanical Changes
  • Poor Flexibility
  • Muscle Imbalances

How Can a Physical Therapist Help Treat Plantar Fasciitis?

Our physical therapists can help you resolve your pain and get you on your feet again, pain-free! We will start with an injury evaluation and a biomechanical assessment to identify the physical factors that may be contributing to your pain.

Next, we will dig into the lifestyle factors that may be contributing to your problem, including asking about your daily routine, your exercise schedule, and the demands of your job.

We will use this information to develop a comprehensive program that includes targeted manual techniques, stretching/mobility work to improve dorsiflexion range of motion, strengthening the foot and calf muscles, and any appropriate pain relief technique for relief.

Our team will use whatever method we need to calm the pain early in rehabilitation. This man includes the temporary use of orthotics. The goal is to alleviate pain, and using orthotics is effective in the early stages of rehab. Ideally, the orthotic will be temporary for the majority of people.

Your physical therapist will progress your strength and dynamic stability exercises to restore function and tolerance to walking and standing. Our goal is to provide the foundation for success while reducing future injuries!

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Why Choose Us for Your
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment?

  • One-on-One care & Same Therapist Each Visit

  • Private Treatment Rooms

  • Progress at Your Own Pace

  • We Fix the Cause & Not the Symptom

  • We Use Latest Technology

  • Doctors of Physical Therapy & Certified Pelvic Health Therapist

Our 3-Step Approach to
Addressing & Treating Plantar Fasciitis

Our approach, known as the Gray Method™, focuses on targeting and resolving the root cause of your issue, ensuring that you won't have to face it again.

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Cyrus SettineriCyrus Settineri
22:54 04 Dec 23
Dr Sharon was diligent in dealing with my back and neck issues. She increased my mobility tremendously and the home exercises she gave me did wonders for my golf game and general health. I want to continue a program to increase my mobility even more and enjoy the benefits of painless activities. Her program has done wonders
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15:12 24 Aug 23
Cindy SpangenbergCindy Spangenberg
22:35 19 Jul 23
Dr Scott Gray and staff are amazing, I could not put my arm behind my back.( frozen shoulder) with a few sessions of therapy also teaching me how to take care of it at home , I am good as new .Love this place:) Everyone is courteous, professional and very knowledgeable.
Steven KlauberSteven Klauber
15:32 30 Mar 23
In September 2022 I had a complex shoulder surgery and began a regimen of physical therapy with Dr. Sharon Sims of Back in Motion here in Verandah. I can only say that today I’m in better physical shape then I’ve been in years. By following her treatment plan I’m able to play “pain free golf” a couple of time a week and participate in fitness activities -- pickleball is next on my list. It wasn’t easy, requiring a lot of work, but it paid off. Thanks Dr. Sharon.I have been seeing Dr. Sharon for a few weeks. After the 2nd visit the severe lower back pain was alleviated. So much so that I have been able to resume golf with much better swing ( although that's not saying much LoL).If you need physical therapy this is the place and she is the right doctor.Be prepared to work hard. If you follow directions you'll be satisfied.
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20:00 02 Feb 23
Lorri AlbrechtLorri Albrecht
21:11 04 Jan 23
Dr. Sharon is a miracle worker! I ended up with nerve damage after a partial knee replacement and was very slow to recover. Dr. Sharon kept me motivated even though I was not seeing immediate improvement. I kept at it and she has helped me build back my quad strength and range of motion. She noticed I also had some back issues and the orthopedic inserts she recommended for me are really alleviating my back pain and helping me with my gait. I also tried dry needling and that also helped relieve pain and helped with my range of motion. My surgeon said it could take up to a year for my nerves to regenerate and I plan on continuing to see Dr. Sharon until I reach my goal of walking without a limp and being able to resume an active lifestyle. Dr. Sharon was able to adapt exercises so that I could feel that I was improving and her vast experience in the field was obvious. I strongly recommend Dr. Sharon for both flexibility and pain treatment as well as post operative care. She is the best!
Karl SchmittKarl Schmitt
16:25 01 Dec 22
Sharon is an excellent physical therapist, highly competent, professional and personable! She has been helping me with both my shoulder and my back. I am now comfortably walking, doing the elliptical and biking, and will be golfing and playing pickleball soon. Thanks so much!
P VandegriffP Vandegriff
21:25 10 Sep 22
I attended an arthritis discovery seminar by Dr. Sharon Sims and found it very informative. I booked my first appointment for an evaluation and the office staff made the process extremely easy and more importantly, efficient! Dr. Sharon's diagnosis was thorough and a treatment plan immediately put into place and future appointments booked. I feel much better after just 4 appointments. Thank you, Dr. Sharon and Back in Motion! Highly recommend!
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14:49 05 Mar 22
I suffered a stroke in early October 2021. The stroke mostly resulted in numbness and loss of sensory perception on my left side. However, Dr. Sharon pointed out that it also involved some loss of some motor skills along with a weakened sense of balance.Dr. Sharon has been working with me not only in strengthening my left side but also increasing my sense of balance which has definitely improved over the last several weeks. My golf game has also improved as a result of the therapy.Dr. Sharon’s diagnostic and evaluation skills are exceptional along with her ability to arrive at a treatment plan that has reduced some of the damage from my stroke. I highly recommend Dr. Sharon and am thankful for the physical therapy which she has provided.Thanks,Gary C. Reich D.D.S. ( retired)
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