Medical articles of Plantar fasciitis

15/04/2025
Mr Deepak Pabari
Consultant Podiatric Surgeon
Foot and ankle pain isn’t always ‘normal’: When to seek help from a specialist
Foot and ankle pain is a common complaint affecting 20% of the population, but it’s not something you should ignore or accept as an unavoidable part of daily life. Understanding when to seek medical advice is crucial to help prevent complications, alleviate pain and improve quality of life. Mr Deepak Pabari, distinguished consultant podiatric surgeon, explains.
17/03/2025
Professor Lyndon Mason
Orthopaedic Surgeon
How orthopaedic surgery can assist in heel pain
Heel pain is a prevalent condition that can greatly impact mobility and daily activities. Common causes include plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, heel spurs, stress fractures, and nerve compression. While most cases respond well to conservative treatments such as physiotherapy, orthotics and pain management, some may require orthopaedic surgery for lasting relief.
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08/10/2024
Mr Shelain Patel
Consultant Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Surgeon
Digging your heels in: All about plantar fasciitis
The tissue in the foot used during walking and other feet movements can become inflamed, causing heel pain and other symptoms. This condition is called plantar fasciitis. Leading consultant orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon Mr Shelain Patel goes into expert detail about it, in this informative article.
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27/09/2024
Mr Jonathan Larholt
Podiatric surgeon
Happy feet: The ultimate guide to preventing common foot problems
We take a look at ways to prevent common foot problems in this informative article.
06/08/2024
Mr Georgios Kiziridis
Consultant Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Surgeon
Understanding plantar fasciopathy
Here to tell us all about plantar fasciitis; including symptoms, causes, and prevention methods; is esteemed consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Georgios Kiziridis.
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18/04/2024
Mr David Redfern
Orthopaedic Surgeon
All about plantar fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that can affect people of all ages, especially those who practise sports or spend long hours on their feet. Here, Mr David Redfern, renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in foot and ankle problems, delves into the details of plantar fasciitis, exploring its underlying causes, main symptoms, and wide range of treatment modalities.
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03/10/2023
Mr Paul Hamilton
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Plantar fasciitis: An expert's guide to prevention and treatment
In his latest online article, leading consultant in orthopaedics Mr Paul Hamilton explains plantar fasciitis in detail. He explains the causes symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this common but painful condition.
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18/07/2023
Mr Haroon Majeed
Consultant Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon
Plantar fasciitis: How to recognise and treat pain in the foot
Plantar fasciitis is a common and painful condition of the foot that affects an estimated 1 in 10 adults in the UK. Here, renowned consultant orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon, Mr Haroon Majeed, provides an expert insight into plantar fasciitis.
11/05/2023
Mr Paul Hamilton
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Flat feet: When is treatment required?
Surprisingly, symptoms such as hip or knee pain can be the result of flat feet. We asked revered consultant foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon Mr Paul Hamilton to shed light on the symptoms of flat feet and share his expert insight on what types of treatment are available for this condition.
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06/02/2023
Mr Vail Karuppiah
Consultant foot and ankle surgeon
Plantar fasciitis: How is pain relieved?
Plantar fasciitis is a common source of heel pain. Here, Mr Vail Karuppiah, leading consultant orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon, provides an expert insight into plantar fasciitis, including symptoms, risk factors and treatment.
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