Best Multi Speciality Hospital in Kathmandu
🔷 Introduction
Heel pain, especially during the first steps in the morning, is one of the most common complaints seen in daily practice. Many patients ignore it initially, but untreated plantar fasciitis can become chronic and severely affect walking and daily activities.
At Inova Hospital, Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Dr. Bimlesh Shah provides expert diagnosis and advanced non-surgical treatment for plantar fasciitis, helping patients recover quickly and return to normal activity.
🔷 What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes and supports the arch of the foot.
Repeated stress or strain on this ligament leads to pain, especially at the heel.
🔷 Common Symptoms
- Sharp heel pain (especially in morning)
- Pain after long periods of rest
- Pain while walking or standing
- Stiffness in foot
- Pain increasing with activity
🔷 Common Causes
Overuse / Prolonged Standing
Common in teachers, shopkeepers, healthcare workers
Improper Footwear
Flat shoes or lack of arch support
Obesity
Increased load on foot
Flat Feet or High Arches
Biomechanical imbalance
Running / Physical Activity
Repetitive stress injury
🔷 When Should You See a Specialist?
- Heel pain lasting more than 2 weeks
- Severe morning pain
- Difficulty walking
- Pain not improving with rest
🔷 Diagnosis at Inova Hospital
- Clinical examination
- Foot pressure assessment
- Gait analysis
- Imaging if required
👉 Focus is on identifying exact cause and severity
🔷 Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Kathmandu
✅ Non-Surgical Treatment (PRIMARY APPROACH)
- Pain medications
- Stretching exercises
- Footwear modification
- Orthotic support
- Activity modification
✅ Injection Therapy
- Local steroid injection
- Targeted heel pain relief procedures
👉 Provides fast relief in chronic cases
✅ PRP Therapy for Heel Pain
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy is effective in chronic plantar fasciitis:
- Promotes healing of plantar fascia
- Reduces inflammation
- Improves long-term outcomes
👉 Ideal for patients not responding to routine treatment
🔷 Why Choose Inova Hospital?
- Expert care by Dr. Bimlesh Shah
- Focus on non-surgical recovery
- Advanced injection and PRP therapy
- Personalized treatment plan
- Located in Lazimpat, Kathmandu
👨⚕️ Meet Your Pain Specialist
Dr. Bimlesh Shah specializes in treating:
- Heel pain
- Plantar fasciitis
- Foot and ligament pain
- Chronic musculoskeletal pain
He focuses on accurate diagnosis + targeted treatment, ensuring faster recovery and long-term relief.
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- Generalized Body Ache
- Knee Pain
- Pain Clinic
- PRP Treatment
- Dr. Bimlesh Shah
📞 CALL TO ACTION
👉 Don’t ignore heel pain — early treatment prevents chronic damage.
📍 Inova Hospital, Lazimpat, Kathmandu
📞 Call: 9802348721
👉 Book consultation with Dr. Bimlesh Shah today
What is the main cause of heel pain?
Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause.
Why is heel pain worse in the morning?
Because the ligament tightens during rest and stretches on walking.
Can plantar fasciitis heal without surgery?
Yes, most cases can be treated without surgery.
Is PRP effective for heel pain?
Yes, especially in chronic cases.
How long does it take to recover?
Typically weeks to months depending on severity.
