How to Relieve Plantar Fasciitis

Gentle stretches are part of the treatment for plantar fasciitis, a painful overuse injury of connective tissues on the sole of the foot.

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Published: Fri 23 Oct 2015, 12:00 AM

Last updated: Fri 23 Oct 2015, 11:00 AM

Wall stretch
Lean with one knee straight
and heel down; bend other knee
Stretch sole of foot for 10 seconds, then relax and stand up
Repeat 20 times for each sore foot
Table stretch
Lean onto table or counter; spread feet with one in front of the other
Flex knees and squat; press heels downward for 10 seconds, then stand up
20x
Repeat 20 times for each sore foot
Source: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  
Graphic: Helen Lee McComas, Paul Trap