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I have just started trying to be proactive about my plantar fac... and am in major research mode. PF is really annoying. There is a very good 25 page piece on PF at www.heelspurs.com . It shows how to do a "low dye" taping job which my physio has done and it feels fantastic. It would take some practice for whoever you could convince to do it (and fork out for the spray that makes the bandage come off so easily). But what really interests me is something I read on that forum. PF is also a result of obesity and a lot of those folks are dieting (or they are skinny runners). It seems that if you cut out simple carbos (pasta and bread) your feet feel a lot better. This was discovered by folks on the Dr. Atkins diet (way over the top if you ask me) and they have been told by personal trainers that they are cutting out the means of producing lactic acid which accounts for crampy feet. Anyone know anything more about this? Thanks, Marg Meikle sore feet in Western Canada -----Original Message----- From: Parkinson's Information Exchange [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of JaneRoss Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 1999 6:50 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Non PD: Question re Painful Condition Barb, I have never known anyone with Parkinson's that didn't have problems with their feet. If they are out there let them be heard! No one under 5 years with this leach as an unwanted guest need to apply. >For the past several months I've noticed my first few steps upon >arising have become extremely painful. Over the last 6 weeks, I'm >noticing the same severe pain whenever I first stand up after >sitting or reclining at ANY time. The pain has been limited to my >feet and ankles only and is not accompanied by any noticeable >swelling. > >A friend who's NOT a medical practitioner of any kind (but is very >up on things medical) has suggested I might have "Planters >faciatitis." (phonetic spelling) > >Has anyone here on the List any information regarding this >condition and how it's treated? > >Please respond by private email, at [log in to unmask] . > >Thanks a lot... > >Barb Mallut (OYYEEEE! M'aching feet!) <kvetching and whining> >[log in to unmask] jjjane http://www.geocities.com/soho/village/6263/pienet/hithgang/hitjaner.html