Hi --- I am recovering from a fairly bad case of PF (7 weeks of sloooow, gradual recovery). This insidious injury has convinced me that I'm no longer suited for running. I'm also a swimmer and cyclist, so I've found refuge in those activities since anything weight-bearing/impact is not recommended.
Had a horrible experience with a PT who thought that deep muscle massage was appropriate. Made me worse and I started getting better only after ending treatment.
I am a member of the Million Meter Club and haven't rowed in several years. Now I want to get back into it. However, I don't want to go backwards in my PF recovery. Is rowing OK for folks who have PF? I rowed 1,700 m this morning and was very careful to keep my feet planted on the footrests. Heel is achey, but that might be due to the fact the I am no longer taking Aleve.
Plantar Fasciitis
Re: Plantar Fasciitis
I've had PF a few and along with Achilles tendonitis had to give up basektball. As far as rowing goes, if you don't have them already, custom orthotics are necessary to give your arch the support you need to avoid further injury.
Re: Plantar Fasciitis
Thanks!
My doctor has me using the Superfeet inserts, which are working like a champ in terms of giving me the right amount of support.
Rowing isn't aggravating my PF, thank goodness, but I'm slowly adding distance/time. I make sure to keep my wounded foot firmly attached to the foot rest, so I'm not stressing the fascia.
My doctor has me using the Superfeet inserts, which are working like a champ in terms of giving me the right amount of support.
Rowing isn't aggravating my PF, thank goodness, but I'm slowly adding distance/time. I make sure to keep my wounded foot firmly attached to the foot rest, so I'm not stressing the fascia.
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Little John
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Re: Plantar Fasciitis
I had plantar fasciitis a couple years ago from riding a bike, it's terrible. I went to PT for a couple months with no real gain, and I ultimately ended up with a night splint - it looks like a big open-toed ski boot, and gently stretches your calf while you sleep. The pain slowly went away, and I still use it from time-to-time.
Anyway, what's worked for me is to keep maintenance stretching your calf and arches (try for once a day, 30 min or so, change it up). And build up calf strength with calf lifts (or equiv). Also, you can try freezing a 20oz Coke bottle filled with water. All the different shapes of the bottle let you get into the nooks of the bottom of your foot.
I have custom orthodics that I use for day-to-day stuff. Doesn't seem to matter if I use them or not while rowing.
Anyway, what's worked for me is to keep maintenance stretching your calf and arches (try for once a day, 30 min or so, change it up). And build up calf strength with calf lifts (or equiv). Also, you can try freezing a 20oz Coke bottle filled with water. All the different shapes of the bottle let you get into the nooks of the bottom of your foot.
I have custom orthodics that I use for day-to-day stuff. Doesn't seem to matter if I use them or not while rowing.
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Little John--- Thanks for the tips. I'm doing all of that and more! 
Icing several times a day (including ice foot baths), stretching, etc. I am hoping it doesn't end up being chronic.
If you haven't discovered it, check out www.heelspurs.com (or .org). Has a wealth of info and helpful tips.
One good thing about giving up running---I'm getting back my swimmer's shoulder/back muscles!!
Icing several times a day (including ice foot baths), stretching, etc. I am hoping it doesn't end up being chronic.If you haven't discovered it, check out www.heelspurs.com (or .org). Has a wealth of info and helpful tips.
One good thing about giving up running---I'm getting back my swimmer's shoulder/back muscles!!