Monmouth's Ask The Doctor March-April 2020

Q: Can stretching exercises help plantar fasciitis? A: Stretching and strengthening exercises can help the ligament become more flexible and can strengthen muscles that support the arch, in turn reducing stress on the lig- ament. Exercises for plantar fasciitis may be especially helpful for reducing heel pain when you first get out of bed. Exercises to help prevent plantar fasciitis:

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While sitting, place a long towel or stretchy therapy band under the ball of your foot. Pull on the towel allowing your foot to come up to- wards you. Hold the stretch for 15 seconds, and do 15 repetitions, morning and evening. Inac- tivity makes the plantar fascia tighten and go into spasm. Exercises are essential!

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