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chronic bilateral plantar fasciitis

Discussion in 'Ask your questions here' started by JennyPenny, Aug 5, 2008.

  1. JennyPenny

    JennyPenny Guest


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    I am looking for some advice in dealing with plantar fasciitis. I have had it for 7 years. It is in both feet, but the left foot is worse. I have had Extra Corporeal Shock Wave Therapy twice on left foot, once on right. About 2 years ago, I had a plantar fasciotomy in my left foot which did not help. I have had many different custom orthotics, physical therapy, acupuncture, taping, stretching, cortisone, all to no avail! You name it, I've probably had it done. I am in constant pain, and I don't know where to turn now. I don't think I have the classic PF signs, where it hurts more first thing in the morning, and gets better throughout the day. Mine gets worse as the day goes on, and doesn't hurt too badly in the morning. This condition is pretty much ruining my life. Any suggestions? I've never tried night-splints, but at this point, I'm doubtful that they would help.
    Thanks,
    Jen
     
  2. FootDoc

    FootDoc New Member

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    I certainly cannot make any sort of actual diagnosis in a forum venue such as this, and it is absolutely possible that you have a case of plantar fasciitis which is recalcitrant to treatment, but it is also possible that you have Baxter's Nerve Entrapment, which is an entrapment of the first branch of the Lateral Plantar nerve. This is a condition which can exist alone or in combination with plantar fasciitis, and when it exists concurrently and appropriate treatment for plantar fasciitis does not achieve completely satisfactory results, it should be at least considered. It IS a heel condition which commonly causes pain on prolonged activity rather than on first bearing weight. Try to find a podiatrist who at least is aware of this condition, and who has experience with the techniques for its diagnosis. For your general education into this condition, check out http://www.podiatrytoday.com/article/3160 as well as many other reference on the Internet. Although not necessarily the case, hopefully this might put you on a productive track.
     
    Last edited: Aug 5, 2008
  3. Unregistered

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    Thank you so much. No one has even suggested that it might be something more than just plantar fasciitis. I will look into Baxter's Syndrome. I much appreciate your time.
     
  4. Unregistered

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    Hello, I read a little abit ago about misdiagnosed conditions such as yours, and what I read was that if you do not suffer from pain upon rising, you may have an slight fracture in your foot that x-ray may not detect. It is worth researching. Here is a link to the information.
    http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1318358
     
  5. FootDoc

    FootDoc New Member

    The questioner stated that she had had the problem for 7 years, and it was bilateral. Such would not reasonably have been caused by a "slight fracture."
     
    Last edited: Sep 26, 2008
  6. Unregistered

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    JennyPenny -- I, too, have had this chronic condition for 5-6 years. I have it in both feet. I am at the end of my rope and am very frustrated trying to find some relief!!

    I have tried custom orthotics, icing, taping, stretching, night splints, chiropractor, cortisone shots, etc. 2 years ago I had surgery (plantar fasciotomy) in my left foot - no success; in fact part of my left foot is still numb.

    I have asked my chiropractor and podiatrist to consider that perhaps my condition is not plantar fasciitis but some other foot condition?? They are certain it is plantar fasciitis but I am still wondering -- not completely convinced. I cannot sleep; I have to prop my feet up on pillows any time I lay down, I cannot have blankets touching the bottom of my feet, or it about sends me through the roof. The pain in my heels is constant - I cannot get any relief! It gets worse as the day goes on. I wear shoes 24/7.

    I will look into Baxter's Nerve Entrapment. Also wondering if anyone has had any success for Topaz? Just started hearing about it.

    Thank you
     
  7. Foot Patient

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    Get checked for Rheumatiod Arthritis!!! I thought my new Podiatrist was nuts when he said there is a link to RA and bilateral (both feet) Plantar Fasciitis, but he was right! He sent me immediately to the lab for blood work and SURPRISE!!! I popped positive for RA. Don't wait, get your doc to do the lab work and catch it early!!!
     
  8. Unregistered

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    Hi Jen,

    I have the same symptoms as you. Bilateral pf for 7 years.

    Get in touch tobyrobbo@hotmail.com
     
  9. Unregistered

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    Do people realize that this thread was started over 2 years ago???
     
  10. Unregistered

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    I had the baxter nerve release NOV 21 2010 its been a long recovery but my foot is feeling alot better then it was. My only issue as of rite now is my heel is still numb and the pain that i had on my arch/heal has moved to outside of my foot, no where near as severe pain i had before though. Doc told me i should be 100% within a couple more weeks
     
  11. sorefoot

    sorefoot New Member

    Hi, I have had an mri scan and they say I have severe Plantar Fasciitis and plantar fibromatosis in my left foot, some bad nerves and also arthritis. In My right foot mild to moderate plantar fasciitis, I think I may have started some kind of arthritis in this foot. My feet are bad in winter time they hurt alot more.

    I am going to docs tomorow and going to ask for a blood test for arthritis and what kind it is, if there is such a blood test. Im going to rule our RA AS My mother suffers with it, and the last blood test was negative. Any ideas anyone.
     
  12. Unregistered

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    I was diagnosed with BPF in 1987, and have seen many specialists and tried everything. In 2008 my Dr sent me to the Ohio Clevelend Clinic where I was diagnosed with Small Fiber Sensory Neuropathy. I am currently taking Cymbalta 120 mg and Lyrica 150 mg. I have been taking these for a month and half with no relief yet. I understand your pain, it really messes with the quality of life. Good luck to you.
     
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