Policeman’s Foot website

A new website has been launched to help sufferers of the painful foot condition, Plantar Fasciitis.

Called policemans-foot.com the website explains in both technical and jargon free text and images the medical complaint that affects thousands of people around the world.

The unusual website name came about because historically plantar faciitis was seen in people who were on their feet for many hours, such as policemen.

Policeman's Foot graphic

Maureen Flett, the owner of TheSportsphysio.com, who has put the site together said that “She gets many people through her clinic in Carlisle who have stabbing unbearable foot pain and she just wanted a way to help them understand what was possibly going on. A website helps many people do this and comment upon their experiences of both treatments and the condition”.

Plantar faciitis is a very painful condition affecting the tendons in the sole of the foot.

It has many causes, some which are easily treated by using orthotics or changing footwear and others which require more intensive treatment and long term care.

” I would always recommend anyone in pain to seek professional medical attention ” added Maureen, ” However, understanding a condition often helps remove the stress a patient quite rightly feels”.

Plantar fasciitis has many other names such as “Dog’s Heel”, “Policeman’s Foot” or “Flip Flop disease.

Maureen hopes that over the next few years the website will grow to be the source on the web for articles and information on the medical condition and is asking for professionals and sufferers to get in touch.

TheSportsmedic.com is owned by TheSportsphysio.com

Plantar faciitis care

Plantar faciitis is a very painful condition affecting the tendons in the sole of the foot.

It has many causes, some which are easily treated by using orthotics or changing footwear and others which require more intensive treatment and long term care.

Causes can be many, but it is often due to, standing for long periods of time, change of footwear or incorrect footwear.

Runners or walkers who increase exercise intensity too quickly.

It is also associated with weight gain, especially in the over 40’s age group.

Plantar fasciitis has many other names such as “Dog’s Heel”, “Policeman’s Foot” or “Flip Flop disease.

The following range of splints and supports including the Strassburg sock are suitable for patient home use.

Orthotics

Extensive range of orthotics and insoles from superior manufacturers including, Superfeet, Spenco, Footmedics and Sorbothane.

The items below are an selection from the ranges available. Click on the appropriate brand to see the full range.

Heel cup & pads

Many people suffer from foot, lower limb and back pain due to incorrect placement of the foot during walking or running.

Shock absorbing heel pads provide extra cushioning, shock absorption and lift to the heel region.

Footmedics Silicone Gel Heel Cups are placed on top of the existing insole.

The gel material naturally grips in place without any adhesive.

The cup shaped gel cushion helps to improve the stability of the heel within footwear.

This helps to correct biomechanical mal-alignment. In addition, the extra soft blue dot can help to provide instant relief for heel pain.

Tulis Pro Heel Cups are an ultra soft, high quality heel cup – providing the ultimate in shock absorption and also stabilise the heel.

Ideal for high impact sports such as 5-a-side football, running, volleyball, basketball, tennis and squash, especially for those with heel pain.