What exercises will reduce plantar fasciitis?
Exercises that help relieve heel pain from plantar fasciitis include: • Stretching exercises, to stretch the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon. • Strengthening exercises, to strengthen the muscles of the foot and ankle. Exercises to avoid Some exercises may make your heel pain worse. One example is exercise that involves repeated motions and pounding of the foot against a hard surface such as running or jogging. You should avoid this type of exercise. Test Your Knowledge Any exercise is good for a person with plantar fasciitis. True False Continue to Why is it important to do exercises for plantar fasciitis?
