Serving East Haven at our Shelton office
Foot and Heel Pain Treatment
Near East Haven, CT
Prepare for a foot or heel pain evaluation, including possible plantar fasciitis. At your first visit in Shelton, Dr. Dalfino will review your symptoms and discuss which treatment options may fit your findings.
The $99 new patient visit includes a consultation, a focused exam, a review of your findings, and a first treatment when clinically appropriate.
Understanding your symptoms
When heel pain starts running your day
Tell us how your heel feels on the first few steps and after a long period on your feet. Bring the shoes or inserts you use most.
Our approach
Start with what you want to get back to
Bring your usual shoes or inserts and mention any changes you have tried. Tell us if the pain is under the heel, at the back or in more than one place so the exam can address the right area.
Why are we different?
Compare your first steps with the end of the day
Note where your heel hurts when you get out of bed and how it feels after a long period standing or walking. Mention when you first noticed it and what shoes you were wearing.
When an evaluation may make sense
What to bring to your Shelton appointment
A symptom timeline
Note where your heel hurts when you get out of bed and how it feels after a long period standing or walking. Mention when you first noticed it and what shoes you were wearing.
Any reports you already have
Bring relevant imaging or exam reports if you have them.
Your priorities
Think about which daily activities you most want to get back to.
Inside our Shelton office
Non-surgical treatment on CT Style
Dr. Dalfino discusses the clinic’s approach to non-surgical treatment on WTNH News 8.
Meet Dr. James J. Dalfino
More than 25 years evaluating pain.
Dr. Dalfino has spent more than 25 years working with patients experiencing chronic pain and musculoskeletal problems. His technology-focused approach begins with determining what may be contributing to the problem before recommending treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Foot and Heel Pain questions
What does plantar fasciitis usually feel like?
A common pattern is sharp or stabbing heel pain with the first few steps in the morning or when standing after a period of sitting. Symptoms can also increase with prolonged standing, walking or activity.
Is every case of heel pain plantar fasciitis?
No. Heel pain can have several possible causes. An evaluation helps determine whether your symptoms appear consistent with plantar fasciitis or whether another source should be considered.
Do you use MLS Laser Therapy for plantar fasciitis?
MLS Laser Therapy may be used in selected plantar fasciitis cases as part of a conservative treatment plan. It is not automatically the right option for every patient.
Do you use EmField Pro for foot or heel pain?
EmField Pro may be incorporated into selected treatment plans when High Energy Inductive Therapy appears appropriate for the muscles, soft tissue and functional pattern involved.
What if I have already tried stretches, inserts or physical therapy?
Prior treatment that did not provide the improvement you hoped for does not automatically determine whether another conservative approach will help. A new evaluation can help determine whether the technologies in our office are reasonable to consider.
How quickly should I expect improvement?
Response varies by patient and depends on the cause, severity, duration of symptoms, activity level, health history and treatment plan. No specific timeline or outcome can be guaranteed.
Directions
Coming from East Haven? Find our Shelton office.
Our Shelton office is about 14.5 miles from central East Haven in a straight line. Use the directions below for driving mileage and travel time from your address.
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