Plantar Fasciitis

Mark, a podiatrist, keeps his Plantar Fasciitis in check with a daily maintenance routine using the Arch Massager. Read his take on Alleviate's innovative Plantar Fasciitis foot massager.

Jump to Key Takeaways 1. Respect pain 2. Don't skip treatment 3. Cross-train 4. Focus on your calves during warm-up 5. Wear the right running shoes 6. Wear a brace, as needed 7. Massage your foot 8. Lean into rest days 9. Go step by step Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common running injuries that physical therapists see. It affects one in 10 people in general. For runners, some studies estimate that as many as 25-42% of middle- to long-distance runners develop this painful foot injury. It’s a frustrating condition for many runners, especially for those who thrive...

Plantar Fasciitis surgery is a last resort. Learn about recovery time, success rates, different types of surgeries, and how to avoid surgery with quality treatment. (Good news: you have an over 95% chance of getting better without surgery!)

Shockwave therapy for Plantar Fasciitis can bring quick pain relief, but it doesn't work for everyone. Learn how it works (when it does), when you should give it a try, if you should combine it with physical therapy at home, and more.

Knee pain location is one clue for identifying the exact cause. Use this knee pain location chart, understand what's causing the pain, and treat your anterior, medial or lateral knee pain the right way (i.e., treat the root cause)!

Plantar Fasciitis can hold you back from your work and active hobbies. Learn what makes you more likely to develop the condition and how to prevent Plantar Fasciitis from a physical therapist.