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Low frequency electroacupuncture in the management of refractory plantar fasciitis: a case series. Medical Acupuncture, 2001; 13(1): 47-49. Perez-Millan R., Foster, L.
• 11 patients, average age of 40 years, suffering from plantar fasciitis for a minimum of two months, after other conservative methods of treatment had failed.
• Acupuncture treatment was carried out on effected side once per week for six weeks
• Level and severity of heel pain was assessed using a 10-point visual analog scale (VAS), with 10 representing severe pain
• Researchers also used an 11-question foot function index questionnaire that addressed how the pain affected different functions and activities, with a score of 10 representing severe pain and inability to function
• Results: 9 out of the 11 patients reported an improvement in pain reduction of greater than 50%, two patients reported a complete resolution of heel pain
• The greatest improvement of foot function was seen in the area of walking indoors and outdoors, and also at the end of the day
• Conclusion: electroacupuncture to the affected intrinsic foot musculature produced a marked reduction in pain and an improvement in function with a limited number of Rx’s
• Our physiotherapists are fully certified with either the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (AFCI) or the McMaster Medical Acupuncture program
• Main therapeutic goals include:
o Control of pain
o Resolve local inflammation
o Provide regeneration of body’s tissues
o Restore physical functions
o Normalize the autonomic nervous system, specifically the sympathetic control of the circulatory system
• At Physical Edge, acupuncture is successfully used as an adjunct therapy that complements our clients’ personalized exercise programs
• The National Institute of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have both identified the benefits of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of medical problems
Intrinsic muscle strengthening of the foot should be done in weight bearing with the toes flat NOT curling up (as in traditional towel curls) to be functional
Proprioception and balance retraining are excellent complementary exercises to helping the arch of the foot recover and prevent recurrence of plantar fasciitis
Pelvic stability and hip strength are often overlooked or not addressed
in treatment .
Nancy
Botting BPHE, BScPT, Dip. Sport Physio, CMA Eldon Low
BPHE, BScPT, CAFCI, MCPA
Donna Wright RPT, MCPA Karen Simpson MSc., BHScPT, CAFCI, MCPA
Jason Kea MScPT, FSPT, MCPA
Donna Wright RPT, MCPA Karen Simpson MSc., BHScPT, CAFCI, MCPA
Jason Kea MScPT, FSPT, MCPA
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