The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW S5 E8 - REAL TIME HEAL - Plantar Fasciitis and Overcoming a Medicalized Mindset with Karen
Oct 24, 2025
Karen shares her decade-long struggle with Plantar Fasciitis, detailing her painful journey from crawling to seeking relief through numerous treatments. After realizing traditional methods weren't working, she discovers mind-body techniques that offer new hope. The discussion highlights the importance of community support, self-compassion, and understanding brain science in healing. Karen's insights on writing a gratitude letter to pain showcase a unique approach to recovery, emphasizing reflection and self-kindness as keys to overcoming chronic challenges.
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Use Medical Care, Then Reassess
- Try conventional medical options initially; they often make sense and are a reasonable first step.
- Stop when they consistently fail and explore mind-body approaches rather than piling on more procedures.
Early Postpartum Flare And Medical Attempts
- Karen first experienced severe plantar fasciitis months after giving birth to twins and had to crawl to nurse them at night.
- She tried many medical treatments like orthotics, PT, ultrasounds, shockwave therapy, and cryogenic chambers without lasting relief.
Relapse During Nursing School
- Nine years after the first flare, Karen had another severe episode while finishing nursing school and limped all summer.
- She received cortisone injections that provided less than 36 hours of relief and left her disillusioned with medical fixes.
