{"id":3968,"date":"2024-07-15T14:04:22","date_gmt":"2024-07-15T18:04:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cliniquepodiatriquedelaval.com\/?p=3968"},"modified":"2024-07-15T14:04:22","modified_gmt":"2024-07-15T18:04:22","slug":"plantar-fibroma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cliniquepodiatriquedelaval.com\/en\/plantar-fibroma\/","title":{"rendered":"Plantar fibroma: causes, symptoms and available treatments"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Plantar fibroma <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a benign podiatric condition that can be very painful and disabling on a daily basis. This small lump that develops on the sole of the foot affects many people, both men and women, often between the ages of 30 and 50. What are the causes of<\/span><b> plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? How does it manifest itself? And most importantly, what treatments are available? We&#8217;ll tell you everything in this article.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is plantar fibroma and what are its causes?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a benign tumor of the soft tissues that develops on the sole of the foot, most often in the plantar arch. It is a firm, rounded mass that can measure from a few millimeters to 2-3 cm. Although the exact causes of <\/span><b>plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remain unknown, several contributing factors have been identified:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeated microtraumas to the sole of the foot<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing ill-fitting shoes that compress the foot<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-arched feet or flat feet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plantar fascia contracture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some authors suggest a genetic predisposition<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of the time, <\/span><b>plantar fibroma <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">appears in middle-aged adults between 30 and 50 years old. Several fibromas can develop on the same foot or on both feet. Sometimes confused with a callus or a corn, <\/span><b>plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is distinguished by being located deeper under the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What are the symptoms of plantar fibroma?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>plantar fibroma <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">manifests as a bump under the foot, a small lump on the side of the foot, or a growth in the plantar arch. Initially small in size, the fibroma gradually grows and can become painful, especially during walking and prolonged standing. The pain in the arch of the foot sometimes radiates to the toes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, the overlying skin may thicken and harden. Wearing closed shoes is often very uncomfortable. The discomfort caused leads most patients to consult a doctor. Rest assured, despite the pain, <\/span><b>plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not a serious foot disease. It will not develop into cancer. Only mechanical discomfort is to be feared.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What are the treatments for plantar fibroma?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment of <\/span><b>plantar fibroma <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">depends on its size, location, and the functional discomfort it causes. During the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cliniquepodiatriquedelaval.com\/en\/services\/consultation-and-assessment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">consultation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your podiatrist will perform a thorough clinical examination to make the diagnosis. An ultrasound or even an MRI may be prescribed to specify the nature and depth of the tumor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a first line of treatment, a conservative approach will be proposed:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing orthopedic insoles to offload the painful area<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing appropriate shoes with good cushioning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local application of anti-inflammatory drugs or cortisone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep transverse massage of the sole of the foot<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physiotherapy to stretch the plantar fascia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, a corticosteroid injection may be performed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the <\/span><b>plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is too large or too troublesome, your podiatrist may suggest surgical excision. This is a procedure under local anesthesia to remove the tumor. The postoperative course is straightforward with little pain. Offloading the foot is advised for 2-3 weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Regular podiatric follow-up to prevent recurrence<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the <\/span><b>plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has been treated, it is important to implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cliniquepodiatriquedelaval.com\/en\/high-heeled-shoes-good-or-bad-for-your-feet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comfortable shoes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with good foot support<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid walking barefoot, especially on hard surfaces<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform stretches of the plantar arch<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor the appearance of new plantar fibromas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consult your podiatrist 1-2 times a year<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cliniquepodiatriquedelaval.com\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clinique Podiatrique de Laval<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, our podiatrists are experienced in the management of <\/span><b>plantar fibromas<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Do not hesitate to make an appointment for a complete assessment and the implementation of an appropriate treatment. We will accompany you until the complete disappearance of your symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a common and disabling benign foot condition. With early diagnosis and proper treatment by your podiatrist, you can get rid of it permanently and regain a pain-free foot. If you feel pain under your foot or notice the appearance of a bump, lump, or growth on the sole of your foot, don&#8217;t wait to consult. A <\/span><b>plantar fibroma<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> treated quickly heals in a few weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Plantar fibroma is a benign podiatric condition that can be very painful and disabling on a daily basis. This small lump that develops on the sole of the foot affects many people, both men and women, often between the ages of 30 and 50. 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