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Inflammation of plantar fascia, a thick band of connective tissue in the sole of the foot running from the heel to the base of the toes is referred to as plantar fasciitis. The main symptom of plantar fasciitis is pain in the heel. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain.
There is great scope for treating plantar fasciitis with homeopathic medicines. Homeopathic medicines reduce inflammation and the attending symptoms of plantar fasciitis. Heel pain gets remarkably better with these medicines. In conventional treatment, painkillers are recommended or steroid injections are injected in the painful area. It may help but the results are short-lived. In cases that do not respond to medicines and injections, surgery is recommended. However, homeopathy offers long-term results with no side effects at all. Homeopathy is a great alternative that can help avoid surgical intervention if opted without much delay.
Homeopathic medicines go to the core of the problem to treat its root cause. Initially, it reduces the inflammation of plantar fascia and reduces the intensity and frequency of symptoms and with time the symptoms go away completely. Taking the complete course of homeopathic treatment as suggested by a homeopathic doctor, cure occurs in most cases of mild to moderate intensity. The dosage, potency and repetition of the homeopathic medicine varies from case to case, so self- medication should be avoided.
The homeopathic prescription for plantar fasciitis varies from case to case based on the symptom presentation. An individualized prescription is done in every case as per the unique characteristic symptoms of the patient. This properly selected remedy brings excellent cure.
These medicines are of natural origin that are totally harmless and treat this condition naturally in a very safe manner.
Top 5 Homeopathic Medicines for Plantar Fasciitis
Top grade homeopathic medicines for plantar fasciitis are Rhus Tox, Pulsatilla, Berberis Vulgaris, Bryonia Alba and Valeriana Officinalis.
1. Rhus Tox – Most Top Rated Medicine For Plantar Fasciitis
Rhus Tox is one of the best homeopathic medicines for plantar fasciitis. Rhus Tox is prominently indicated for complaints arising from excessive stress, strain on or use of a body part. In cases where heel pain is worse in the mornings as one takes the first few steps, Rhus Tox is the best medicine with which the heel pain subsides eventually. Apart from the above unique symptom, Rhus Tox is also considered for plantar fasciitis cases where running and exercise worsen the pain by putting excessive stress on the heels.
When to use Rhus Tox?
Rhus Tox is a wonderful choice of medicine to manage plantar fasciitis with heel pain that worsen in morning when taking first few steps on beginning to walk.
How to use Rhus Tox?
From low to high potency, it works well in all potencies. Initially, it is best to use 30C potency two to three times a day. In case no changes occur, one may use high potencies under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor.
2. Pulsatilla – For Heel Pain That Worsens On Rising From Seat
For heel pain that worsens when rising from a sitting position, Pulsatilla is considered one of the best homeopathic medicines for plantar fasciitis. Boring pain in the heel that worsens in the evening is another unique symptom that signals use of Pulsatilla as the ideal choice among homeopathic medicines. It is also helpful for heel pain that one feels every time one starts walking. Such people feel the need to stretch their feet.
When to use Pulsatilla?
It is a well-indicated medicine to manage heel pain in plantar fasciitis cases when pain worsens while rising from a sitting position, on starting to walk and also in evening time.
How to use Pulsatilla?
Though it can be taken in any potency from low to high, but the most frequently recommended is 30C potency. Pulsatilla 30C can be taken twice a day for good results.
3. Berberis Vulgaris – When Heel Pain Worsens On Standing
Berberis Vulgaris is one of the most effective homeopathic medicines for plantar fasciitis where standing worsens heel pain. Few persons needing Berberis Vulgaris may specifically complain of ulcerative pain in the heel. Pain in the balls of the feet on stepping is yet another indication to use Berberis Vulgaris.
When to use Berberis Vulgaris?
Berberis Vulgaris is a suitable medicine for managing plantar fasciitis when heel pain increases while standing.
How to use Berberis Vulgaris?
This medicine can be used in 30C potency once or twice a day.
4. Bryonia Alba – When Heel Pain Worsens From Stepping
Bryonia Alba is one of the most suitable homeopathic medicines for plantar fasciitis where the heel pain worsens from stepping. Rest brings relief. Pins and needle-like sensation in the soles may accompany the heel pain in some cases.
When to use Bryonia Alba?
This medicine works well for heel pain worse from stepping in plantar fasciitis cases.
How to use Bryonia Alba?
Most commonly, it is used in 30C potency that can be used two to three times a day
5. Valeriana Officinalis – When Heel Pain Gets Better By Walking
Valeriana Officinalis is another of the well-recognised homeopathic medicines for plantar fasciitis treatment. Valeriana Officinalis is well indicated for plantar fasciitis where the heel pain gets better by walking. Sitting worsens heel pain.
When to use Valeriana Officinalis?
This medicine is recommended when heel pain is relieved by walking.
How to use Valeriana Officinalis?
It is advised to take this medicine once a day in 30C potency.
Cause of plantar fasciitis
The exact cause of plantar fasciitis is not clearly understood. Any factor that puts excessive stress, strain on the plantar fascia makes a person prone to plantar fasciitis. The risk factors for plantar fasciitis include excessive running, prolonged periods of standing, obesity, flat foot, high arch of foot, wearing shoes with improper support, exercises that put a lot of stress on the heel and injury. The 40-60 years age group is most susceptible to plantar fasciitis.
Symptoms of plantar fasciitis
The main symptom of plantar fasciitis is heel pain. The pain is usually sharp and one sided. The pain is worse in the morning, as the person takes his first steps. The pain decreases gradually as one gets into routine activities. Standing for long periods of time worsens the pain. Rising from a sitting position also worsens the pain.
Hi Dr Sharma
I am trying to find the best homeopathic remedy and how to take it to treat plantar fasciitis in my left foot.
Last Spring I had it in my right foot, most likely due to a bone spur in the ankle and I took Rhus Tox and within 10 days I was able to run 35 miles without pain.
Then it came back in my left foot and after my last 100 miles run it’s been very painful. I started taking Rhus Tox again but it’s been 3 weeks and no results so I suspect I need another remedy.
I am reading that when Rhus Tox doesn’t improve the situation it’s time to switch to Ruta graveolens and or calcarea fluorica. I also read that Pulsatilla may be recommended if pain is sharp after sitting, which is true for me.
I would be grateful if you could advise me on which one to take, what dosage and if I should combine several remedies.
Thank you very much
Suffering from planter faciitis since 2 months and having pain in my left heel. Pl advise treatment
Dear Dr. Sharma
I was diagnosed Sarcoma type Cancer, after removing the lymphoma I received Radio-therapy, than Chemo-therapy. Now I am feeling pain in my heel due to plantar fasciitis.
Thank you
I have Planter fasciitis on my right heel,
taking Rhos Tok not helping so far.
I have had plantar fasciitis since November. I will also get shooting, sharp pains through my heal. A recent MRI revealed a high grade tear. Any suggestions on which homeopathic to use?
I’ve had plantar fasciitis since October. Tried conventional medicine method with night splint, injection and physical therapy. I had a brief duration of relief and the pain returned. I’m not going to try the same conventional method and prefer a homeopathic treatment. Most of the pain is heel pain, as well as Achilles tendon and calf. First thing in morning, walking and standing pain and stiffness.. Ice temporarily relieve swelling and pain,
My husband has a planters wart growing within his heel do you think these homeopathics will help?
Is Pulsatilla Nigricans the same as the remedy labelled just Pulsatilla?
Hi I’m Amjad 53 , having plantar fasciitis have lot of pain n stiffness in my heels n base of both feet while walking n standing since 20 years n has aggravated with passage of time. Have tried all sorts of allopathic treatments but no improvement. Please advise me the best effective homeopathic drops n dosage n for how long I have to take. Best Regards
Hi! I am Sanjesh Prasad
My problem is that when I get up from bed I have heel pain. It goes down while walking.
Advise some medicine
Sir,
My name is Javed and I’m 60 years old. I’ve got started pain in my R/S of heel especially in the morning when I get up after some time about 05 to 10 minutes it becomes slower upon walking but it still hurts. Request recommend remedy.
Thanks.
What dilution should I do for rhus tux for plantar fasciitis?
I am 65 yrs old male suffering from plantar fasciitis fir the past 3 years. Can u recommend a medicine and dosage please?
Hi I have heel pain . Its worse in the mornings but gets better with more walking. I read about rhustox being the medicine but what dosage shall I take?
I am from Pakistan. My wife having planter facial fr 3 years.
She feel pain when she got up in morning very much.
Have feet problem.
I’m vksehgal, based in Mumbai having planter facial in feet. Please advise suitable medicine. This problem is for last 8 years. 9137441848 mobile 9920840877 what sup number
Sir
I am facing sharp pain in the foot heel for the past 6 months.
Not able to put my foot on the ground in early morning.
while walking pain persists slowly
Please give medication
HI,
Dr ,Sharma .
My wife recently diagnosed plantar fasciitis. having some pain killer medicine but i would like to switch to homeopathy treatment .
Kindly suggest me the appropriate medicine for the treatment.
how many doses/day and how long as well.
Thanks
Alam.
Aoa i have heel spur in my borh foot. Planter faciatis goes worse i feel pain in my heel and foot cant walk cant stand m v much upset. I have pain in my knees and back also. I m 35 year old but i feel as i m 80 ☹️Kindly suggest me medicine
I have Plantair Fasciitis and the pain increases as soon as I get up after resting a while. Subsequently the pain continues with reduced intensity after I walk around. Please suggest homeopathy medicines to cure the disease
I am suffering frkm plantar fasciitis, what should i do
I feel pain the moment i stand and start walking aftet seating position.Pain goes away when i start walking.I feel severe tenderness in the morning when i first step out after a long night sleep
I have the problem of plantar fascitis for the past 15 days. What medicine I should take