30/08/2022
Do you feel like you want to move more, but can't because of frustrating heel pain?
G'day, Ben here from Healthy Feet Podiatry. Just want to share a great success story we had with a client, Nathan.
So Nathan came to see us for his heel pain that he had for over 12 months. Nathan spent a lot of time on his feet, spending many hours at work, working in a manufacturing factory and as a trainer for his local footy club. Not to mention he had a little one at home, so plenty of hours running after them.
He was frustrated and felt like he could do more, but couldn't because of his heel. He would get pain first thing in the morning, then it would settle slightly and gradually get worse throughout the day at work, which would slow him down.
And then also at footy, running across the ground, he would dread. Sitting at home he'd relax, get up, walk around. And the pain would return, lasting for about half an hour before calming down again.
Nathan also mentioned he had a history of knee pain and multiple arthroscopes from over a decade ago, which impacted his confidence in his knee and mobility.
When Nathan came to see us, we thoroughly assessed his alignment, mobility, and strength. From there, we developed a customized treatment program, which involves some gentle hands on treatment, heel cups, and an exercise stretching program to fit with his busy schedule.
Without our help, Nathan would've continued to be frustrated and held back by his heel pain. It would've continued to impact his work, footy and home life. I'm very pleased to say, Nathan is pain free in his heel and moving better than ever.
He said, "I used to feel locked up. Now I have no pain from the waist down. I can't remember the last time I felt this good. Even the knees haven't felt this good. I'm more confident in the knee and I've no thoughts or issue running out on the ground to help an injured player, where before I'd get the younger trainer out there." Great stuff, Nathan, awesome to hear.
If you or anybody you know, is suffering with heel pains like Nathan, please call the number provided or click the link below, where I'll personally assess your feet and work out your best treatment options.
For out of hours our contact form is available here: http://www.healthyfeetpod.com/contact-us/
I look forward to helping you get healthy, happy, and free of heel pain, moving better than ever, just like Nathan. Take care.
