Follow these steps to fix Plantar Fasciitis foot issues

Plantar fasciitis is a painful injury that not only affects your ability to run, but can even make walking a challenge. It’s a very common issue among runners and can be difficult to get rid of, but not impossible. In the following video, runner, sports rehabilitation therapist and coach, James Dunne, shares three ingredients to successfully treat plantar fasciitis so you can get back on the road pain-free.

What causes plantar fasciitis?

Your plantar fascia is the ligament that connects your heel to the front of your foot, which absorbs the stress and strain you put on your feet on a day-to-day basis. Too much pressure on the plantar fascia can result in tears in the ligament, which causes inflammation and pain.

In many cases, plantar fasciitis pain occurs in the morning when you take your first steps of the day, and then decreases as you move around. It can return, however, after long periods of standing, during or after a run or when you stand up after a long period of sitting.

The keys to fixing plantar fasciitis

According to Dunne, the three most important aspects of plantar fasciitis treatment include plantar fasciitis stretches, strengthening for plantar fasciitis and loading your plantar fascia to promote recovery and long-term function. If you’re struggling with plantar fasciitis, check out the video to learn what you can do every day to resolve the issue and get back to running (and living) pain-free.

posted Saturday May 7th
by Running Magazine