COVID feet: A break from the confines of shoes sounds like paradise, but podiatrists are warning the extra strain on our feet is taking its toll — via healthing_ca
, also says that many patients — even those without past foot injuries — are complaining about heel pain.the Mayo Clinic. It occurs when the tissue that stretches from the heel to the toes, the plantar fascia, becomes inflamed or strained. Minor tears in the muscle usually occur when the plantar fascia is forced to stretch — like when we first put our feet down on the floor in the morning, or after an extended period of time relaxing on the couch.
Playford also warns that working out without the proper shoes on, a common scenario now that so many people are exercising at home, has led to an uptick in injuries. Hill recommends that if patients are noticing an increase in pain, they should reach out to a medical professional for a proper diagnosis. Depending on the cause, treatment will likely include a mixture of wearing orthotic shoes and foot exercises to strengthen weakened or damaged muscles.Both Playford and Hill are concerned about an increase in the severity of injuries during the pandemic related to pre-existing conditions.
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