Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses Plantar Fasciitis and VA disability compensation.
Leah discusses plantar fasciitis in the context of VA disability. She highlights that many veterans suffer from this condition, often linked to their service, either as a primary issue diagnosed during service or secondary to other service-related disabilities. Leah explains that plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the connective tissue on the foot's bottom, causing significant pain and discomfort. Risk factors include age over 40, overuse, certain exercises, female gender, foot structure issues like flat feet or high arches, obesity, and prolonged standing or walking. Treatment options she suggests range from physical therapy, using cold packs, and night splints, to more advanced techniques like orthotripsy or steroid injections.
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