Jogger’s Heel or Plantar Fasciitis is common disorder that results in a painful heel and sore bottom of the foot. Generally, the pain occurs immediately after extended periods of rest. The recent study assessed whether laser treatment could be an option for the chronic plantar fasciitis. Laser treatment is becoming prevalent mode of treatment in many internal and peripheral diseases. Laser treatment is a non-invasive mode of treatment.
In addition, laser treatment is found to be a form of treatment that initiates mitochondrial stimulation. Mitochondrial stimulation further induces a low-grade inflammatory cascade of events which can stimulate revascularization of thickened fascial tissue. The recent study conducted, recruited 69 patients with chronic plantar fasciitis. The study was randomized double-blind trial. 37 patients were given laser treatment with 635nm lasers whereas…
