Plantar Fascitis

Definition:
Partial tearing of the plantar fascia ligament that supports the arch of the foot.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the arch of the foot
  • Pain in the heel
  • Worse in the morning when rising
  • Pain with walking, running and sporting activities
Causes
  • Training error
  • Overuse
  • Faulty running mechanics
  • Improper foot wear
  • Flat feet
  • High arches
  • Improper walking pattern
Treatment
  • Stretching calves, hamstrings, toes
  • Massage and soft tissue work
  • Biomechanical retraining of walking and running
  • Heel cups
  • Ice massage
Plantar Fascitis Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Ice Massage Plantar Fascia
  • Soft Tissue Mobilization To Plantar Fascia Arch
  • Foot Wedge
  • 3-D Runners Stretch
  • Down Dog
  • Doorway Hamstring
  • Sit On Toes
  • Stationary Bike
  • Gait II

Plantar Fascitis Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Toe Yoga
  • Heel Offs
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Single Leg Balance Mase
  • Heel Raise II
  • Heel Raises
  • Big Toe Heel Raises
  • Heel Raises Terminal Stance

Plantar Fascitis Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops