Calf and foot exercises can reduce strain on the plantar fascia, improve flexibility,. • Strengthening the arch and calf muscles can improve foot mechanics and lessen plantar fasciitis symptoms. • ...

Ever felt that sharp, stabbing heel pain when you take your first few steps in the morning? It might be plantar fasciitis, which affects millions of people in the U.S. each year, and can be a real ...

I’ve been dealing with plantar fasciitis pain for two years—it’s the kind of injury that’s annoying enough to disrupt daily life, but not bad enough to stop you from training if you’re willful enough.

Several different surgical procedures can be used to treat plantar fasciitis. The condition is caused by inflammation or degeneration of the ligament that connects the heel to the toes, and can cause ...