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We are happy to welcome Dr. Lealy Muhammad to Farah Podiatry. We now have four doctors to better serve the needs of our community.
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2105 West Road, Trenton, MI 48183
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Heel Pain

heel pain

Heel pain, while quite common, can be extremely uncomfortable and painful if not met with proper care or treatment. Heel pain may occur if you injure or overuse the heel. If left uncared for, the affected area may worsen, limiting your mobility and making it difficult to perform everyday activities, such as walking.

There are many different causes of heel pain, including strains or sprains, tarsal tunnel syndrome, stress fractures, Achilles tendonitis, and heel bursitis. One of the most common causes of heel pain for children and teenagers specifically is Sever’s disease. Sever’s disease can develop due to overuse or repetitive microtrauma of the heel bone's growth plates. This condition is often seen among those who are active in sporting activities.

Other causes of heel pain may include issues with poor circulation, poor posture when walking or running, a soft tissue mass, and a rupture of the Achilles tendon. To help ease the discomfort of heel pain, it’s advised that you get plenty of rest, apply ice to the affected area, and wear shoes that fit properly. In some more serious cases, a podiatrist might recommend the use of custom orthotics or shoe inserts for extra support.

If you’re experiencing heel pain, we recommend you consult with a podiatrist as soon as possible for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

MLS Laser Therapy

mls laser therapy

What is MLS® Laser Therapy?

The FDA-cleared MLS Therapy Laser uses concentrated light energy to stimulate the body's own healing process to minimize pain, inflammation, and arthritis and reduce recovery times so you can return to a pain-free life. By using specific wavelengths and a patented delivery system, MLS Laser Therapy can speed up the process of relieving inflammation and pain associated with many conditions, including arthritis. The MLS Therapy Laser has a unique pain-relieving effect, which can be dramatic. Many patients feel significantly better in just a few treatments.

Will MLS Laser Therapy work for me?

For 85-90% of patients with musculoskeletal pain, inflammation, or arthritis, the answer is "Yes!" Most patients with pain, inflammation, or arthritis report significant pain relief from MLS Laser Therapy treatments. Whether you have Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, neuroma, neuropathy, work or sports injury, or any other musculoskeletal pain, you are likely to benefit from MLS Laser Therapy. As a matter of fact, many patients who were scheduled for surgery were able to delay or cancel their surgery because MLS Laser Therapy alleviated their condition and reduced or eliminated their pain.

Will it hurt?

That's a great question. Through years of research and development, the MLS Laser was designed to treat conditions without an excessive thermal effect, often felt as heat. Most people report that they do not feel anything during the treatments. Occasionally, you may feel a slight warming sensation at the treatment site, which is normal and is an indication that the inflammation is being relieved and that your body is responding properly.

Is the effect long-lasting?

For most patients the answer is "Yes". While each person and each condition varies, many patients receive tremendous relief from their pain and inflammation when they go through a series of MLS Laser Therapy treatments. While most patients may not need additional treatments in the future, some conditions, like arthritis, are degenerative. The great thing about MLS Laser Therapy for arthritic patients is that once you feel better, you can be more active and it is this increased activity that helps minimize the long-term effects of arthritis. Even so, you may need an occasional single MLS treatment every 4 to 6 weeks over the course of the year just to hold the inflammation at bay and keep the arthritic pain in check.

Benefits of M LS Laser Therapy

  • Non-Surgical Treatment
  • No Known Side Effects
  • Drug Free
  • Rapid Results

MLS Laser Therapy treats the pain and inflammation associated with

  • Achilles Tendonitis
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Neuropathy
  • Neuroma
  • Arthritis and Bursitis
  • Wound Healing
  • Work/Sports Injuries Postsurgical Recovery
  • Sprains and Strains
  • Hematoma
  • Tarsal Tunnel
  • ... and more

MLS Laser Therapy patient education brochure

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