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Use following approach for treatment of Plantar fasciitis.
Use passive modalities to manage pain and inflammation. Ice application 15 to 20 minutes, ultrasound therapy, phonophoresis, iontophoreis microwave diathermy, Shortwave diathermy, LASER.
Try to reduce stress on plantar fascia by tapping, medial arch support, heel pad, strengthening and increasing edurance in the lower limb antigravity muscles, intrinsic foot muscles and alignment of back by strengthening the back flexors and extensors. Proper good posture training and assessing the gait to correct any discrepancy.
Massage of the plantar fascia, stretching exercises for plantar fascia and calf muscles.
Maintain strength, endurance and cardiovascular conditioning by aerobics like bicycling, rowing, aquatics.
Analysis of any perpetuating factor and a resolution plan to correct them. Mechanical disadvantage due to poor poture, poor working habits, any deviation in gait pattern must be corrected.
I think that these will be of help to you.
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