Plantar Fasciitis - Common Non Surgical Treatments
Clients may try various non-surgical interventions to help mitigate the pain of plantar fasciitis. In many instances, two or more of these are used at the same time:
- Contrasting hot and cold
- Massage
- Ibuprofen
- Night splints
- Rest
- Shoes with good arch support or orthotics
- Strengthening
- Stretching calf and toe extensors, foot circles
When diagnosed with plantar fasciitis you may be suggested to receive cortisone injections, physical therapy, or arch supports. These interventions are often helpful, though some people will continue to experience pain. Regular Massage with Myofascial release and Fascial Stretch Therapy on the foot may allow these clients to begin experiencing fewer symptoms of plantar fasciitis and get rid of the symptoms and pain much faster.
The fascial system is like concentric layers of an onion. When there are multiple restrictions, massage therapists need to be patient, take their time, and move through each restriction. Myofascial release with small amount of pressure for a sustained period will help and when done correctly, the body will slowly start to relax and release. Fascial Stretch Therapy improves flexibility by creating an increased range of motion around each joint.
In the body, there’s a beautiful balance of stability and mobility, and if you can find that perfect balance where the joints are completely stable throughout the ranges of motion, you build a body that’s least susceptible to injury.