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How do you massage PLANTAR FASCIITIS?

November 10, 20252 min read

If you're dealing with the debilitating pain of PLANTAR FASCIITIS🦶, you've probably tried all sorts of treatments to find relief. 


While stretching, supportive shoes, and other therapies are important, one often overlooked technique is self-massage of the plantar fascia.


Massaging the thick band of tissue along the bottom of your foot can provide significant benefits for managing PLANTAR FASCIITIS🦶s symptoms. 


Here's how to do it effectively:


#1. Use A Tennis Ball 🎾 Or Foam Roller 

Start by placing a tennis ball, golf ball, or foam roller on the floor. 


Sit or stand and roll the ball 🎾 or roller back and forth under your foot, concentrating on any tender or painful spots.


#2. Apply Gentle Pressure 

Don't press too hard - the goal is to apply a moderate, tolerable amount of pressure to the plantar fascia. 


Roll slowly and pause on areas that feel extra tight or inflamed.


#3. Massage The Entire Foot 🦶

Make sure to cover the full length of your foot, from your toes to your heel. 


Pay close attention to the area right under your heel, as this is often the most painful spot.


#4. Use Your Thumbs 

You can also try using your thumbs to massage the plantar fascia directly. 


Gently press and knead the tissue, working out any knots or adhesions.


#5. Repeat Several Times Per Day 

Aim to massage your feet for 5-10 minutes, 2-3 times per day.


This can help reduce inflammation, improve flexibility, and provide pain relief.


Remember, self-massage should not be painful. 


If you experience sharp, shooting pains, back off the pressure. 


The goal is to apply a soothing, therapeutic touch.


Combining foot massage with other treatments like stretching, supportive shoes, and physical therapy can be a highly effective way to manage your PLANTAR FASCIITIS🦶. 


Give it a try and let me know if you notice a difference!


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Talk again soon,

Dr. Doug DeSalvo, DC.


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Dr. Douglas DeSalvo, DC, BCN, is a highly experienced chiropractor with over three decades of practice in chiropractic care. Since founding his practice in 1987, he has treated more than 10,000 patients, drawing on his extensive expertise in neuropathy, automobile crash injuries, and brain injury traumatology. A graduate with honors from Palmer College of Chiropractic-West, Dr. DeSalvo is board-certified in neuropathy and holds advanced certifications in radiology services, MRI interpretation, and personal injury trauma. His dedication to exceptional care for spinal and neurological issues reflects his ongoing commitment to helping patients achieve optimal health and well-being.

Dr. Doug DeSalvo

Dr. Douglas DeSalvo, DC, BCN, is a highly experienced chiropractor with over three decades of practice in chiropractic care. Since founding his practice in 1987, he has treated more than 10,000 patients, drawing on his extensive expertise in neuropathy, automobile crash injuries, and brain injury traumatology. A graduate with honors from Palmer College of Chiropractic-West, Dr. DeSalvo is board-certified in neuropathy and holds advanced certifications in radiology services, MRI interpretation, and personal injury trauma. His dedication to exceptional care for spinal and neurological issues reflects his ongoing commitment to helping patients achieve optimal health and well-being.

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