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the real reason you have heel pain on walking when you get up in the morning is not a heel spur

Forget Heel Spurs, The Real Reason You Have Heel Pain On Walking Is Strangely Simple

Heel pain on walking, particularly that first step in the morning is caused by a heel spur. That’s what your doctor said. And why shouldn’t they, look there at the X-ray of your foot they took. It’s clear, there’s a heel spur on the image and it’s smack in the middle of where you feel …

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dont start shockwave therapy in melbourne without reading this first

Don’t Start Shockwave Therapy in Melbourne Without Reading This First

It was more than 4 years ago when I was first asked my opinion on shockwave therapy in Melbourne. At the time I was consulting as a podiatrist as well as teaching final-year podiatry students at La Trobe University. Shockwave therapy had been around for a couple of years making waves with various pockets of …

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The Do’s and Don'ts of Shockwave Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis

The Do’s and Don’ts of Shockwave Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis

Shockwave treatment for plantar fasciitis is available at our PridePlus Health clinics. But before you take the plunge, here’s what you need to know. If you want to rehabilitate your plantar fasciitis with shockwave therapy don’t make these mistakes. When you’re struggling with heel pain, particularly heel pain that has been around for a long …

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5 Things You Must Know About Shockwave Therapy Before Starting Treatment

5 Things You Must Know About Shockwave Therapy Before Starting Treatment

In the next 5 minutes you’re going to know whether shockwave therapy is likely to be an effective treatment for your chronic pain. So you’ve heard about shockwave therapy and want to know whether a machine can help you overcome your pain. Maybe you’re like me and a little bit sceptical? I mean, how can …

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