Where is the problem with painful foot muscles?
Feb 25, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Pain in the plantar fascia may be caused by factors such as excessive pressure during massage, ligament strain, or plantar fasciitis. Patients with severe symptoms can, under the guidance of a qualified physician, use treatments such as orthotic shoe inserts, local steroid injections, or physical therapy. Additionally, it is recommended to promptly visit the surgery department of a reputable hospital for appropriate examinations and targeted treatment.
Pain in the plantar fascia may be caused by factors such as excessive massage pressure, ligament strain, or plantar fasciitis.
1. Excessive Massage Pressure
Applying too much pressure during acupoint massage can cause intense pain and lead to discomfort or pain in the plantar fascia. Using appropriate massage pressure can help alleviate symptoms.
2. Ligament Strain
Suddenly increasing physical activity, excessive walking, or engaging in strenuous exercises like running or mountain climbing may result in chronic injury to the foot tendons, causing local redness, pain, and swelling—symptoms consistent with plantar fascia pain. Patients should elevate the affected limb and minimize foot movement to reduce further injury. Local ice application can help reduce swelling and relieve pain. In most cases, three to four weeks of plaster immobilization is required, followed by functional rehabilitation exercises.
3. Plantar Fasciitis
Being overweight or engaging in prolonged running or walking can lead to abnormal stress on the feet, damaging the plantar fascia and triggering pain and inflammatory responses. As a result, massaging the area may worsen the pain. Mild cases may not require treatment and can simply be monitored. For more severe cases, treatment options such as orthotic insoles, local steroid injections, or physical therapy may be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
In addition, bone spurs may compress local nerves and cause sensations of plantar fascia pain. It is recommended to promptly visit the surgery department of a reputable hospital for proper evaluation and targeted treatment.
