From recent extended walking, I have acquired a nice little case of plantar fasciitis, based on all the classic symptoms. (Yes, I have an appointment with my doctor to confirm.)
I had this once many years ago, and I have boned up on current literature, including this site. I plan a regimen of calf stretching, anti-inflammatories, icing and orthotic inserts.
My dive-related questions have to do with both speedy recovery and equipment use.
I have a dive trip to Grand Cayman in about a month, and another to Bonaire in September. I'd like advice on maximizing my recovery for each. I can probably do mostly boat diving in GCM and will, right heel allowing, do mostly shore diving in BON.
1. For those who have had this or know the answer, what can I do, or do more of, to hasten the long healing process? I seem to recall full recovery the last time took 3 months. I'd like to be in at least tolerable shape for both dive trips.
2. To the same crowd, are there things I should not do, or do less of, that might retard healing?
3. Although I have switched from Caribbean style fins to Apollos with hard-sole booties, I can switch back for my boat diving next month, if necessary. Am I better off with one style versus the other?
I am a fairly fit (but overweight) male, 64. I have my own business and I work out of my house, so I have the privilege of doing lots of things others cannot in an office setting.
Any regimens you can suggest that might speed recovery for these two upcoming trips would be appreciated. (Per the Dive Medicine sticky, I am not asking for medical advice, just suggestions on what seems to work or not work for others.)
Thanks a lot.
I had this once many years ago, and I have boned up on current literature, including this site. I plan a regimen of calf stretching, anti-inflammatories, icing and orthotic inserts.
My dive-related questions have to do with both speedy recovery and equipment use.
I have a dive trip to Grand Cayman in about a month, and another to Bonaire in September. I'd like advice on maximizing my recovery for each. I can probably do mostly boat diving in GCM and will, right heel allowing, do mostly shore diving in BON.
1. For those who have had this or know the answer, what can I do, or do more of, to hasten the long healing process? I seem to recall full recovery the last time took 3 months. I'd like to be in at least tolerable shape for both dive trips.
2. To the same crowd, are there things I should not do, or do less of, that might retard healing?
3. Although I have switched from Caribbean style fins to Apollos with hard-sole booties, I can switch back for my boat diving next month, if necessary. Am I better off with one style versus the other?
I am a fairly fit (but overweight) male, 64. I have my own business and I work out of my house, so I have the privilege of doing lots of things others cannot in an office setting.
Any regimens you can suggest that might speed recovery for these two upcoming trips would be appreciated. (Per the Dive Medicine sticky, I am not asking for medical advice, just suggestions on what seems to work or not work for others.)
Thanks a lot.