Advanced Therapies and Treatments For Heel Pain for Foot Pain Relief
Shockwave Therapy, Laser Therapy and Exercise Therapy for Treatments of Plantar Fasciitis
Chiltern Wellbeing incorporates advanced therapies like shockwave therapy, laser therapy and exercise therapy to enhance the effectiveness of insoles treatment. These options are both non-invasive and can reduce inflammation and accelerates tissue repair, providing quick relief from foot pain. Exercise therapy, on the other hand, focuses on strengthening foot muscles and improving flexibility. The clinic’s podiatrists design personalized exercise programs that complement the use of insoles, ensuring a holistic approach to foot care. This combination of therapies not only addresses the symptoms but also targets the root cause of foot problems.
Shockwave Therapy
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave Therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is an evidence based, non-invasive medical treatment that uses sound waves to stimulate healing in injured tissues. It is primarily used to treat musculoskeletal conditions, particularly chronic pain in areas like the legs, ankles and feet. The therapy involves the application of shockwaves to the affected area, which promotes blood flow, stimulates cell repair, and encourages the body’s natural healing processes.
This non invasive treatment does not require any surgery or injections and many patients report a significant drop in pain after just a few sessions. Shockwave Therapy is extremely versatile and can be used for a magnitude of conditions and has proven to be extremely effective in treating the pain of Plantar Fasciitis. Most people experience few side effects, with any discomfort typically subsiding shortly after treatment.
MLS Laser Therapy
What is Laser Therapy?
MLS Class IV Laser Therapy is a safe, non-invasive and painless treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to reduce pain, inflammation, and promote healing in tissues. MLS abbreviated from (Multiwave Locked System) can be effective from the very first treatment, providing relief from the painful symptoms associated with musculoskeletal disorders such as Plantar Fasciitis. Everyone will experience muscle and joint pain at some point in their lives. We understand the importance of reducing your pain quickly and effectively to get you back to your best. MLS Class IV Laser Therapy reduces pain because it addresses the cause of that pain, whether this is by healing, repair or regeneration. Pain relief can often be felt after the first session.
When you attend for your first laser session with us, our specialist podiatrist will talk you through the treatment and what to expect. Our laser sessions last approximately 30 minutes but can vary depending on the affected area. You will be asked to sit or lie down in a comfortable position, depending on the area being treated. Your podiatrist will then provide you with protective eyewear, as the laser emits light that could potentially harm the eyes. Laser therapy is completely painless, although you may feel a slight warming or tingling sensation but many patients do not feel anything at all. The light energy will now start to penetrate the skin without causing heat or damage to the tissue, interacting with cells to accelerate healing and reduce inflammation.
Your orthotics Journey
Expertise in Orthotics and Custom Insoles
Custom orthotics are designed to provide optimal support and alignment, alleviating pain and improving mobility. Our Specialist Podiatrists conduct thorough assessments to create tailored insoles that cater to individual needs, ensuring maximum comfort and effectiveness. Before we can create your very own Custom Orthotics we will first need to conduct a Biomechanical Gait Analysis. This state of the art assessment evaluates how muscles, bones and joints of the feet and lower limb interact and move. It highlights the structural mal-alignment, or muscle imbalances that predispose patients to feeling pain in the lower back, hips, knees and feet.
You will be asked to stand on the FootScan plate barefoot to create a detailed image of your foots shape, structure and pressure points. Our scanner uses specialist technology to capture a 3D image of the foot and can measure your foot from multiple angles. We will also be able to measure how your weight is distributed across different parts of your foot, capturing dynamic pressure data when standing or walking. The scanning plate will then collects data points related to the foot’s dimensions, arch height, heel alignment, and the distribution of pressure as the foot makes contact with the ground. Finally it will gather information on the size, length, width, and volume of the foot, creating a detailed digital map. This map will then allow us to create your Custom Orthotics in perfect accurate detail.
Holistic Approach to Foot Health
Footwear, Trainers, Stretching Exercises, and Steroid Injection Treatments of Plantar Fasciitis
Understanding that insoles alone may not suffice, Chiltern Wellbeing adopts a holistic approach to foot health. The clinic provides expert advice on selecting appropriate footwear and trainers that work in tandem with custom insoles. Stretching exercises are recommended to enhance flexibility and prevent injuries. For severe cases, steroid injections are administered to reduce inflammation and provide immediate pain relief. This multi-faceted approach ensures that patients receive comprehensive care, addressing all aspects of foot health and promoting long-term recovery and comfort.
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Podiatry Services
A Podiatrist can treat anything from an ingrowing toe nail requiring surgery under local anaesthetic to designing a custom made foot orthotic to assist with tendon or joint dysfunction or pain. We are also highly specialised to manage the Diabetic or High-Risk foot and the subsequent wounds that can arise.
