Mangiarelli Rehabilitation physical therapist Sarah demonstrates three exercises to reduce plantar fasciitis pain and restore function. Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of foot and heel pain that develops due to repeated activities that strain the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that rungs along the bottom of the foot and supports the arch of the foot. Physical therapy is highly effective in treating plantar fasciitis, using manual therapy and therapeutic exercise to reduce pain, restore function and strength in the foot, and improve foot mechanics.

Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that develops when repeated activities strain the plantar fascia of the foot, which is a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot and supports the arch of the foot. When individuals perform repetitive weight-bearing and impact-loading activities over days, months, and years, this can lead to microtears and chronic inflammation of the plantar fascia. Physical therapy is highly effective in treating plantar fasciitis, helping reduce pain, restore function and strength in the foot, improve foot mechanics, and address the root cause of the condition.

April is #FootHealthAwarenessMonth. Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that causes foot and heel pain. Physical therapy offers an effective and non-invasive treatment for plantar fasciitis to reduce pain and restore function to the foot and heel. Check out our infographic on plantar fasciitis to learn more!

Plantar fasciitis affects two million Americans each year. It is a common condition that causes foot and heel pain, affecting those of all ages, athletes and non-athletes, men and women. Plantar fasciitis is a condition that frequently develops due to repeated activities that strain the plantar fascia of the foot. Physical therapy helps patients effectively manage and overcome plantar fasciitis, reduce pain, and restore walking ability.