The Strassburg Sock

The Strassburg Sock

The Plantar Fascia is a band of tissue on the bottom of the foot, and is a common site of foot/heel pain.  Pain is usually felt at the heel, particularly in the morning when you first step out of bed.  The intensity of the pain may somewhat subside as you continue walking, as this stretches the plantar fascia, thereby reducing the stress placed at its attachment site to the heel. 

 

Physical Therapy is very beneficial in treating plantar fasciitis.  However, a typical PT session only lasts around 1 hour for 2-3 times a week.  What do you do the rest of the time to continue treating your condition?  

You will most likely receive a Home Exercise Program.  A video version of this full protocol can be purchased HERE.  You will learn stretches (particularly dorsiflexion of the foot), strengthening exercises and stability exercises for the foot and ankle.  

                                      

Why is the pain most intense first thing in the morning upon your initial steps?  For more information, click here