Not what I planned on today but since this week is about me, this fits. Not supposed to walk much (any - according to the doctor - planter fasciitis) so drove out to the Mulberry River to see what I could enjoy close to the car. Walked down to the river and sat on the rocks close to the water - so calming. Noticed this cairn someone had built downstream a little and thought it would fit well for this week. Just desaturated the water - otherwise SOOC
A lovely black and white shot. I love those stones. I was diagnosed with planter fasciitis by and orthopedic doctor about eight years ago. Some custom orthotics from my chiropractor cured me. They were pretty spendy, but worth it.
Interesting shot, MIlanie! So sorry you are dealing with the pain of plantar fasciitis! My husband had that quite a number of years ago, and he felt that the Lord wanted him to walk in the local March For Jesus, which he did, the whole way, and he was healed! He had suffered with it for months before that.
I wore custom orthotics for years and then the stopped working...I was helped by wearing shoes with large toe beds so my toes can spread and no arch support or raised heel (or toe bed). If you are interested I can send you more info
@jgpittenger This has been going on for 2 months now and just getting worse. If you have any thoughts I'd sure appreciate them - address is Milanie Matthews PO Box 257 Ozark, AR 72949 or e-mail milaniet@gmail.com.
Well, I too have a plantar fasciitis story!! I tried everything suggested by literally anyone after suffering for almost a year! Finally my podietrist told me to wear an orthopedic walking cast for 6 weeks which cured it and it hasn’t been back. I also used a Even-up shoe balancer on the other shoe to prevent hurting my back. I’ve continued to roll my feet on a lacrosse ball and of course stretch, stretch, stretch!
I am always so impressed with many people on 365 who in spite of one or another infirmities, even debilitating illnesses continue to get out with their cameras and enjoy life. Bravo to you for finding a way to still get out and shoot- and taking on the care of your grandson too! It looks like you are not alone and have some excellent options to try- I hope one or several continue to bring you relief. In the meantime, you continue to find interesting subjects even with limited movement. I like the way this shot emphasizes the impossibility of this cairn standing! Seems like a metaphor for so many photographers on here- we shoot in spite of the impossibilities!
Love this image in b&w.
I too suffered with plantar fasciitis many years ago. The podiatrist taped my feet in a particular way which gave some relief, gave me stretch exercises to be done especially right before getting up on your feet especially in the morning and made some temporary orthotics to use. And told me shoes with the right support are super important. So I eventually got over it and am now very careful about what I do and don't put on my feet for shoes. and no going bare foot. My sympathies. I know how painful it is. Hope you heal soon.
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I too suffered with plantar fasciitis many years ago. The podiatrist taped my feet in a particular way which gave some relief, gave me stretch exercises to be done especially right before getting up on your feet especially in the morning and made some temporary orthotics to use. And told me shoes with the right support are super important. So I eventually got over it and am now very careful about what I do and don't put on my feet for shoes. and no going bare foot. My sympathies. I know how painful it is. Hope you heal soon.