What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Calcaneal spur (calcaneus is the technical name for the heel bone; spur means a bony projection) is a condition in which a nail-like calcium growth forms around tendons and ligaments in the foot at the point where they attach to the heel bone. This results in a bony projection that causes acute pain and difficulty in walking.

The foot contains the plantar fascia — a tissue that supports our entire body weight. If this tissue is stressed excessively it may crack and break. To protect the plantar fascia from deteriorating, the body responds by forming a bony projection, giving rise to a calcaneal or heel spur.

This condition is common among females and can be diagnosed with an X-ray. It can take years to develop but, once it occurs, it causes severe pain — not from direct pressure on the spur but from inflammation around the tendons attached to the heel bone. The pain typically eases once you start walking continuously.

Symptoms

Acute pain near the heel while making any foot movement such as walking or jumping
Tenderness around the ball of the foot
Excessive pain in the morning or after a long rest
Inflammation and swelling
Secondary problems in the back, knees, and hips due to changed gait and posture

Causes

Continuous jumping, running, or any activity causing the plantar fascia to stretch excessively
Regularly lifting heavy weights, straining the fascia and pulling it away from the heel bone
The body depositing calcium in the front-bottom part of the heel in response to stress
Age — people above 45 are more prone to this condition
Poor blood circulation
Certain degenerative diseases

Homeopathic Treatment Approach

Homeopathy offers excellent results in treating the various symptoms of calcaneal spur, providing long-lasting relief from the tearing pain. The following homeopathic remedies may help overcome the pain caused by heel spur:

Aranea Diadema 30

Helps relieve heel pain especially when the pain is worse during rainy or damp weather. It also reduces swelling in the affected region, lessening difficulty in walking and foot movement.

Lycopodium 30

Indicated for severe pain especially in the right heel that worsens in the morning or after a long rest and feels as if the foot was hit with a stone.

Causticum

One of the most effective remedies for pain in the toes and soles of the feet felt while walking, usually accompanied by tingling, swelling, and coldness of the feet.

Why Choose Homeopathy for Plantar Fasciitis?

Safe, natural, and free from side effects
Treats the root cause, not just symptoms
Individualized treatment for your unique presentation
Suitable for all age groups
Can be combined with conventional treatment

Homeopathic Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis