antianxiety

antianxiety /an·ti·an·xi·e·ty/ (-ang-zi´ĕ-te) anxiolytic; reducing anxiety.

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an·ti·anx·i·e·ty (nt-ng-z-t, nt-)

adj.

Preventing or reducing anxiety.

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antianxiety [an″ti-ang-zi´ĕ-te]

dispelling anxiety; called also anxiolytic.

antianxiety agent a psychotropic medication that dispels anxiety; the group includes the benzodiazepines such as diazepam (Valium) and chlordiazepoxide (Librium) and a few less widely used nonbenzodiazepines such as meprobamate (Miltown or Equanil) and hydroxyzine (Atarax or Vistaril). Called also anxiolytic and minor tranquilizer.

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antianxiety,

n See anxiolytic.

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antianxiety

dispelling anxiety. The term antianxiety agent (called also an anxiolytic or minor tranquilizer) refers to a mild sedative, such as diazepam (Valium).

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Patient discussion about antianxiety.

Q. Can anyone suggest a treatment for plantar fasciitis, apart from ultrasound, physio, anti-inflammatory agents? My friend has had Plantar Fasciitis for more than 1 year and has persevered with all the ususal treatments above plus lots of rest from weight-bearing and elevation.

A. Padded foot splints, silicone heels insert and special shoes (e.g. arch-supporting shoes) may also help. These are usually sold and fitted by a professional. Exercise is another important measure. Some patients benefit from avoiding walking barefoot or in sleepers but rather using shoes from the first step.

More advanced treatments include steroid-local anesthetics injections, botulinum toxin (similar to botox) injections and surgery.

The prognosis is usually favorable, and most patients achieve relief of the pain.

However, all of the above is just for general knowledge - if you have any specific question, you may want to consult a doctor.

You may read more here:
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007021.htm