If you’re suffering from plantar fasciitis, you’re not alone. Luckily, there are non-surgical treatments available that can help. These include physical therapy, orthotic devices, night splints, extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), rest, and ice. Non-surgical treatments for plantar fasciitis include:

1. Physical Therapy: Stretching and strengthening exercises for the foot and calf muscles.
2. Orthotic Devices: Custom-made or over-the-counter shoe inserts to provide support and cushioning.
3. Night Splints: Devices worn at night to keep the foot in a dorsiflexed position to stretch the plantar fascia.
4. Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT): High-energy shock waves to stimulate healing of the plantar fascia.
5. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections: Injection of a concentration of platelets from the patient’s own blood to promote healing.
6. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs): Medications to reduce pain and inflammation.
7. Rest and Ice: Resting the affected foot and applying ice to reduce pain and inflammation.

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