For walkers and runners, plantar fasciitis is a painful and frustrating injury. Learn how to prevent and treat the condition ...
Although the condition is common to runners, dancers, and anyone who stands for long stretches at a time, plantar fasciitis can happen to anyone, especially as we age. According to physical ...
In this six-part series, we'll give you quick exercises for different body parts every week to help you stay limber.
Some gentle stretching and exercise is one of the NHS-recommended ways to ease plantar fasciitis. Here are three podiatrist-approved stretches and exercises to try. We know that movement is a key ...
The good news? Treatment for plantar fasciitis usually doesn't require surgery. Stretching and specific exercises are first-line options for both treatment and prevention of the injury.
Improved Range of Motion One study showed that cross friction massage of the plantar fascia (a deep-tissue technique) and calf-muscle stretching led to significant improvements in ankle range of ...
HuffPost recently asked podiatrists to recommend over-the-counter solutions for dealing with foot pain — specifically the discomfort caused by the very common condition plantar fasciitis.
Stretching can be a game-changer — focusing on your calf muscles, Achilles tendon and the plantar fascia itself can relieve tension. Strengthening the muscles in your feet helps support your ...