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August 29, 2008
I have had trouble with my right foot since July 2005. It started when I severely injured my ankle - after suffering for 1 1/2 years of pain and walking with a limp my ankle got better THEN my heel began to hurt severely - it started out just painful in the morning then it progressively got worse over the next year, as well as the pain is lasting all day. After doing extensive research online I self diagnosed myself with plantars faciatis (sp?) and, in the process, realized that a Dr. could not really do anything other than direct me in some foot exercises. I had, unfortunately, resolved to a life of limping and pain. There were days when my foot would throb so bad I would be in tears. So……………………….
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On June 3, 2008 I bit the bullet and purchased your heel inserts for my shoes. Today is August 29, 2008 and I have to tell you that my heel is barely hurting me, now. The instant I put them in my shoes they made my heel hurt WORSE. But, I had spent the money and was going to give it more time. It took three days and I was hooked. No more pain when I would walk - I was putting those things in my house shoes! :)
Now I can walk around the house barefooted (which I LOVE to do), wear my sandals (which I haven’t been able to do in years) outside to run to the mailbox or just hang out with my husband and kids. Where as before, I wouldn’t be able to go any amount of time during the day or evening without my tennis shoes on, due to the pain. I still wear my tennis shoes (and now dress shoes) but I have my freedom back. I will never be without your inserts! Thank You!!!!
August 18, 2008
I’ve had heel pain since I started training to be an Olympic contender in the Sydney Olympics. I lost my track and field event back then and gave up my dreams to compete. Of course I found your company AFTER I decided not to go to China this year. If I knew about your treatments a year ago I have no doubt, I would be there representing the USA. I have to admit even though I’m not in China I still feel like I won the gold medal because I have No More Pain!
Thank you!
August 14, 2008
I have written to your company about the terrific results I did receive from your foot pain product. I had gotten treatment from a podiatrist which included painful steroid shots. They did relieve the heel pain temporarily. However the pain returned within two months. A friend recommended your heel seats. I bought them with trepidation for who would think that for so little money I could get good results. Well this is just what happened. I got immediate relief from just wearing your product wherever I went. The great part is that after a few months, just as stated on your web site I actually got healing results ( no pun intended…lol). I am 99 percent better and can do anything including tennis and the treadmill. I recently purchased two more sets of your products just to have a fresh pair that I still always wear just for extra comfort. I also have recommended friends of mine who have also purchased this product. I await to hear how they are doing. So thanks for your note and I hope to continue recommending your treatment……truly, Mickey Schuman………..of course you may use my testimonial in your ads. Just let me know so I can enjoy reading it…lol. thanks again
August 5, 2008
Dear Heel That Pain; I first learned about your products from a friend of mine who had suffered from plantar fasciitis for years. She went on and on about your service and products so I decided to try your company out once I developed heel pain. Well wow, yes, wow, this is an amazing treatment and the girl on the phone was so nice and informative about my condition, I swear I learned more from her than my own doctor! Thanks!
July 31, 2008
I just had to write and say thank you for offering heel seats, and at such an affordable price.
I am self employed and work on my feet 10 to 13 hours a day. I developed severe heel pain on my left heel, where I’ve had a spur for years, about a year ago. The only thing that gave me any relief was prescription medication. I didn’t know what I was going to do-my days were so miserable and my physical life was becoming limited. In desperation, I ordered the heel seats-not expecting much. the first day was uncomfortable, but after a week, my pain is greatly reduced. I do feel that it is being healed! I no longer hobble. It is wonderful!
Thank you, thank you!
July 25, 2008
Ever stretch up on your tippy toes and feel like you’ve pulled something on the bottom of your foot? Though this is usually nothing to be overly concerned about, the repetitive tear of this ligament along the bottom of the foot can lead to inflammation, and eventually a condition called plantar fasciitis.
The plantar fascia runs along the bottom of your foot, stretching from the heel to your toes. When you walk, run, jump, or reach for that cereal box in the cupboard just out of arms length, you put force on the fascia. Eventually, repetitive motions exerting the fascia can cause it to detach from your heel, resulting in damage, pain, and plantar fasciitis.
Many factors can aid in the development of plantar fasciitis. When walking normally, your body’s weight is evenly shifted from the heel to the toes, putting little strain on the fascia. When standing excessively, especially in flat or overly-arched shoes, this puts extra pressure on the fascia ligament. Being severely overweight accentuates this weight shift.
What can you do to avoid plantar fasciitis?
- Maintain a healthy weight for your height. Don’t guess; consult with a doctor about what your ideal weight is, and work on a healthy diet and exercise plan.
- When exercising, wear comfortable shoes designed for the type of exercise you’re doing.
- When standing for long periods of time, don’t lock the knees. This not only leads to reduced blood circulation, but also puts unnecessary weight on the fascia.
If you’re already suffering from plantar fasciitis, you may want to consider a shoe insert to aid in weight transfer from the heel to toes. These inserts are available in several varieties, from basic arch inserts, to more advanced heel inserts which are made of a flexible material, and are more likely to prevent future outbreaks.
July 23, 2008
I recently developed plantar fasciitis in both feet and ordered your HTP heel seats. The pain in my feet was so severe I thought I would not be able to keep up my regular exercise regimen of walking 3-4 miles per day. After only 2 days of using the heel seats, my foot pain has improved tremendously. I am so impressed because I really didn’t have very high expectations and felt it might be a gamble to even try them. Thank you so much!!! What a difference your product has made in my life!!
July 17, 2008
What is a Heel Spur? Why do Heel Spurs cause pain? What are the Treatment Options?
A heel spur is a growth of extra bone on the heel bone. Heel Spurs often form when the plantar fascia ligament, which connects the heel bone to the base of the toes, pulls excessively on the heel.
Heel Spurs are quite common and usually go unnoticed and most often do not cause pain. Pain caused by heel spurs occurs when inflammation occurs in the surrounding tissues, such as the plantar fascia ligament. Most people describe discovering their heel spurs first thing in the morning after getting out of bed.
To self diagnose if you feel like you have a heel spur, place your thumb right on the bottom of the heel where the arch begins, seeing if it causes pain. This can be an indicator of a heel spur or advanced plantar fasciitis. Pain with pressure to the center of the heel can indicate that a bursa (or fluid filled sac) may be present.
Conservative treatment for Heel Spurs is recommended. Wrapping the foot and arch with padding and tape can reduce shock and help to relieve tension in the foot. Wearing orthotics, which stabilize the heel, can minimize tension and over stretching of the plantar fascia ligament. Calf stretches and ice massages are very effective. To massage the heel with ice, simply place a paper cup filled with water in the freezer, turn the cup upside down and as the ice melts, peel the paper away while massaging the heel in a circular pattern.
Surgery for Heel Spurs is not recommended as the results are not predictible; surgery consists of either removing the spur or removing the inflamed plantar fascia ligament from the bone spur. It should only be considered after all areas of conservative treatment have been exhausted.
Do you have any questions on heel spurs? Email the Heel That Pain Foot Experts at Care@Heel-That-Pain.com
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