Issue 50.09
Jim J. of Mesquite, NV was excited to participate in the Senior Games of St. George this past year. He had signed up for multiple running and cycling events. Having trained for marathons for many years, he felt very competitive in his age division. Unfortunately, on one of his first races he felt extremely sharp pain suddenly occur in his left heel. He thought for sure that he had a stress fracture and would not be able to compete any further.
Jim called up his sports chiropractor at Advanced Spine and Rehab and was able to be evaluated that day. Dr. Peterson did some preliminary tests and thought it was most likely not fractured but was plantar fasciitis. To be certain, he called in an appointment for Jim to be x-rayed by a podiatrist across the street. After taking x-rays and performing other tests, the podiatrist diagnosed the condition as plantar fascitis. The patient was referred back to Dr. Peterson for follow up physical therapy.
Plantar fasciitis is a painful injury to the bottom of the foot most commonly felt on the bottom of the heel. It is very common in runners but is often felt in non-athletes. Pain from plantar fasciitis is typically worse in the morning, especially with the first few steps out of bed. It can be a chronic syndrome that lasts for many years especially if never correctly treated.
With some conservative sports medicine techniques, Jim was treated immediately. He was able to compete in all of the events he had originally signed up for without worsening his condition. Following the Senior Games, Jim came in for treatment 5 times over 2 months and is now running marathons again. Treatment consisted of ultrasound, Graston technique, massage, stretching, exercises, and Kinesio Taping Method.
Jim reported, “I was able to get better with Dr. Peterson’s treatment without any injections into my foot. I am a 62-year-old athlete who has logged over 92,000 miles running since 1982.”
“As a health care provider for over 30 years, I have associated with many health care professionals. I recognize in Dr. Peterson unique knowledge, skills and techniques, patient rapport, and professionalism that set him apart as the premier sports injury recovery professional in the region.”
Doctors at Advanced Spine and Rehabilitation have specialized training in sports medicine and can provide solutions for health concerns such as feet, shoulder, spine, knee, arm, and wrist pain. A large portion of their base includes satisfied Medicare patients. Call us for any questions at 435-656-3266 or visit our website for more info – www.StGeorgePainRelief.com.