Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that leads to pain in the bottom of the heel due to inflammation of the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue that connects your heel to your toes. The pain can be especially intense when taking your first steps in the morning or after long periods of rest. If you’re struggling with this condition, incorporating specific exercises into your routine can help reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and promote healing. Here are some of the most effective exercises to treat plantar fasciitis.
1. Towel Stretch
This exercise helps improve flexibility and reduces tension in the foot.
How to do it:
Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
Take a towel or a belt and loop it around the ball of the foot with plantar fasciitis.
Gently pull the towel towards you until you feel a stretch along the bottom of your foot and your calf.
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds and repeat 2-3 times.
2. Calf Stretches
Tight calves can make contribution to plantar fasciitis, because they can increase pressure on the plantar fascia. Regular calf stretches can help ease the strain.
How to do it:
Stand facing a wall with your hands placed on the wall for support.
Place one foot in front of the other, keeping both heels on the floor.
Bend your front knee while keeping your back leg straight and press your back heel into the ground.
Hold for 15-30 seconds, then switch legs.
Repeat 2-3 times for each leg.
3. Plantar Fascia Stretch
This exercise targets the actual plantar fascia to release tension and reduce pain.
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