Prolotherapy and Foot Pain Links Morton's
Neuroma & Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
It is quite common for people with the diagnosis of a neuroma, or nerve
entrapment, to undergo multiple surgeries attempting to alleviate the
entrapment. One individual came to us at
Caring
Medical with a history of 15
surgeries! This occurs primarily because most physicians incorrectly believe
numbness is equated with a pinched nerve.
Ligaments and tendon weakness in the
limb also cause chronic numbness in an extremity.
The Achilles Tendon and Heel Spurs
The Achilles tendon is the largest
tendon of the human body and is one of the
most commonly injured tendons in sports. It is the tendon responsible for
plantar flexing of the foot, which is how athletes are able to spring off of
each step.
Poor Foot Biomechanics
Poor foot biomechanics may be responsible for a myriad of chronic complaints,
including pain in the feet, knees, lower back, and neck.
Chronic
Foot Problems Achilles Tendon
As we age, flat feet become more
common. This means that the foot has too much pronation (turning outward). As
the foot pronates excessively, a plantar fasciitis or even a heel spur can
occur. To prevent these injuries from occurring, proper footwear is essential
to support the arch through correct orthotics. Once
plantar fasciitis occurs,
Prolotherapy of the plantar fascia (strong attachments at the bottom of the
foot) can be quite helpful in eliminating this pain.
Arches of the Foot
Although skeletal structure is important to arch
support, without the
ligaments, the arches would
collapse. The plantar
ligaments (ligaments on
the bottom of the foot), which are stronger and
larger than dorsal ligaments (ligaments on top
of the foot), tie the inferior edges of the
bones together. The most important ligament in
the maintenance of the medial longitudinal arch
is the plantar calcaneonavicular, or spring
ligament.
FLAT FEET
Recently I saw a 58 year old woman for follow up
consultation in regards to her natural hormone replacement
therapy. She had started coming in about 6 months ago. She
told me that she had "flat feet" and that she had quite a
bit of pain, primarily across the tops of both feet and at
the inner side of the arch, for many years. Flat feet or
fallen arches, as the condition is also known, occurs
because ligament weakness allows the arch to collapse during
normal ambulation, or even at rest.
Flat Foot Pain and Posterior Tibial Tendon Injuries
There are many causes
of flat feet. Two of the more common are genetic - you were born
with it. Acquired flat footedness, on the other hand, usually
means your posterior tibial tendon is worn out and not
supporting your arch. Often, but not always, a flat foot can be
painful and achy. Usually, but not always, posterior tibial
tendon injuries, can be painful. Very painful!
The Painful Big Toe It may seem odd that a treatment that stabilizes joints would help loosen up a
rigid joint. Hallux rigidus is a condition characterized by bone spurs in
the first metatarsophalangeal joint. In other words the big toe does not flex or
extend very well. It is rigid. The usual traditional treatment offered to the
patient is often a joint replacement. Another treatment option is Prolotherapy.
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Ross
Hauser, M.D. Dr. Hauser received his M.D. from the University of
Illinois, Chicago; completed his residency at Loyola-Hines VA-Marianjoy
Hospitals in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; and received his
Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois,
Urbana-Champaign.
Dr. Hauser is one of the leading experts in the treatment of chronic pain and
sports injuries with
Prolotherapy. He, along with his wife Marion, have written
seven books on the topic of Prolotherapy, a comprehensive book on the natural
medicine approach to cancer, as well as a myriad of articles and newsletters for
the general public. Read more
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information only and not a self-help guide NOR AS SPECIFIC HEALTH
RECOMMENDATIONS. Never alter or change your health management or begin
any new health plans without first consulting your personal health care
provider. Some statements on this site regarding the value of
nutritional supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA.
As with
any medical technique, Prolotherapy may not be
effective for every individual and there are risks involved, these risks
should be discussed with your physician. Results achieved with some may not be typical
of all. Please consult a physician. Please read Prolotherapy Risks
There is no known cure
for arthritis. Prolotherapy
and nutritional supplements can help alleviate, reverse, or end
arthritic pain by treating an underlying cause that contributes to
degenerative disease, ligament laxity. Strengthening ligaments and other
connective tissue can help prevent bone on bone arthritis from
developing.
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