Eli Manning Update Part 2

Eli Manning did not have a good game yesterday. Could it be that his plantar fasciitis is acting up again and not completely be calmed down? Sure its possible. But remember there have documented studies that show that this can be healed 90% of the time with conservative treatment options. He is still getting the continued care he needs to help this area heal. Remember this includes strappings, anti-inflammatory medicine, ice, inserts or orthotics, injections, and physical therapy. Cleats can also be a culprit because because of the quality of the cleat. These can also lead to many foot problems. This is why we recommend inserts in them.

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Eli Manning Update

Eli Manning had a great game this past weekend against the Oakland Raiders.
"I felt good," the Giants' quarterback said on a conference call with reporters Monday afternoon. "I moved around and didn't have a setback by any means. I feel like it's getting better every day and will and should feel better by the end this week and keep improving.”
He was not limited at all during the game. With plantar fasciitis, getting back to physical activity can be an achievable goal. With daily stretching, taping, orthotics, injections, and physical therapy, can get you back to your normal lifestyle. Its always important to remember, that foot pain is not normal. Plantar Fasciitis can be treated if it is treated early enough. Will keep track of Eli's progress. Please visit our website for more information on heel pain.
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Tom DeLay Dancing With The Stars Foot Injury

Once again another famous person has had an important injury. Tom DeLay, former Republican majority leader, has stress fractures in both feet. Stress fractures are caused by repetitive injuries. If they are not treated early enough, they can lead to a complete fracture. If this happens, this can take a lot longer to heal. Initial treatment for stress fractures include the principles of RICE- Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Also this includes Immobilization. As we talked about before, CamWalkers are one of the best immobilization options we have for stress fractures. It's unfortunate that Tom DeLay had to withdraw from Dancing With The Stars, but if he did not, then he would be at risk for a complete fracture and longer healing times. This is why it is important to not continue daily activities when you have pain and discomfort. Always visit your Podiatrist if you are having foot pain. Remember, foot pain is NOT normal.

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Eli Manning Fantasy Football Outlook

It seems like another famous athlete has developed the painful condition known as Plantar Fasciitis. He also may have developed a bone bruise along with this. After the injury occurred you can see the trainer was taping up Eli's foot. One of the most common things that we do for plantar fasciitis is to tape, or strap the foot. This helps support the heel and arch area which is important in plantar fasciitis. I am sure he will also have a lot of stretching, icing, and physical therapy this week to calm the area down. It is possible he will also be wearing orthotics (shoe inserts) in his cleats as well.
Now Eli, had an MRI to help confirm the diagnosis. He may also have had a bone bruise to his heel as well. If this is the case, this may take a little longer for him to heal. Treatment is similar but he may be in a CamWalker for the bruise.
Now for people who are into Fantasy Football and have him on your team (like myself) you are probably wondering if you should start him or not. Studies show that with plantar fasciitis it is usually treated conservatively 90% of the time. Depending on which treatment he gets he should be fine for the game. I don't see him being limited too much as long as he is taped up and has inserts in his cleats. I am hoping he has a good game. We will continue to monitor his progress and will update you on his condition.

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