Acute to Chronic Plantar Fasciitis?
A Self-Managed Treatment Plan for a Permanent Cure
Pain longer than 3 months? Then it is acute. Our treatment plan is a clinically proven answer to long-term plantar fasciitis. Over 15 years and 10,000+ patients, we collated the largest database of case studies in Australia. Using the finest video equipment available, our biomechanists studied gait and lifestyles of hundreds of cases. Over several months, a previously unknown biomechanical abnormality in heel function was identified in over 90% of patients. This was a clue to the root cause of plantar fasciitis. Fully explained below:
Whether we walk, stand or run, the Calcaneus (heel bone) strikes the ground first, taking approximately 60% of bodyweight. As we propel forward, the foot arch takes the remaining load. When a Calcaneus deviates inwards at ground contact, the foot arch bones unlock. This causes excessive strain on the strong fascia underneath. This inelastic fascia is not ligament, tendon or muscle and cannot stretch. This results in inflammation, micro-fibre tears and severe pain with each step. The Heel strike angle is the clinically proven source of plantar fascia tears and the basis of our successful home treatment plan.
This is Only Treating Symptoms
Research spanning 15 years showed that more than 80% of patients had already tried multiple treatments. Costing $ 100s. Treating Plantar fasciitis symptoms has become an industry worldwide for health practitioners. There is no proven medical evidence of any long-term benefits applying the treatments below. Bending, stretching, rolling, lifting and massaging torn and inflamed inelastic tissue have been shown to aggravate and prolong healing.
Rolling feet over ice bottles or cans
Calf muscle step stretches
Massaging the arch
Arch support orthotics
Pulling toes back
Soft flexible shoes
Shockwave therapy
Cortisone injections
What is the Kraedl Plan?
Understanding the deviated heel means getting out of bed each morning will undo any healing process that occurred overnight. The rest of the day (time on feet) adds to fascia inflammation. This is why plantar fascia tears cannot repair themselves. We resolved that early morning issue some time ago. Once pain-free in the morning, sufferers are well on their way to tissue repair and curing this severe, frustrating ailment.
We have conclusively proved the only way to cure acute plantar fascia stress permanently is to return the foot arch to a weight-supporting structure. Unfortunately, standard orthotics are now counterproductive. Arch-based devices force pressure upwards, increasing stress into the inflamed and torn tissue.
From overseas techniques and our own laboratory technicians, we designed a totally new and unique form of Insole (Kraedl ICD). A scientifically angulated parabolic curve was designed inside the heel cup. This cupping effect prevents the Calcaneus from excessive rolling inwards. Hence, permitting the foot arch joints to function as self-supporting structures again. In addition, a deep channel running heel to toe is incorporated, taking further tension off the fascia. The foot structure now supports naturally individual body weight. Kraedl Insoles are not arch supports
Once we introduced ICD Insoles to acute and chronic sufferers, a follow-up program was introduced. The responses were remarkable. Total pain-free times fluctuated with lifestyles, but the surprise was the nearly instant relief of morning pain. Up to COVID, we successfully treated thousands of patients clinically, using ICD Insoles supported by a strict Daily Routine Program. But it was clear the only people treatable had to travel to clinics, incurring considerable time and costs.
A decision was made to close Clinics in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. This allows us to now provide the Inverted Kraedl Insoles and Daily Routine program for sufferers regardless of geographic location.
Kraedls are comfortable, light, semi-flexible, self-moulding foam. A unique feature is that the longer you wear them, the more support they provide. Kraedls are designed to fit all daily footwear styles for men and women. Each pair of Kraedls is modified individually from the information provided at the time of Order.
We provide 3 Treatment Programs:
Early Onset 1-3 weeks
Continuous Pain 1 to 6 months
Acute/Chronic pain 6 to 12 months +
Our Helpline will provide immediate advice.
The Cure at Home
