Plantar Fasciitis Physical Therapy NYC
Physical therapy for plantar fasciitis is a safe and effective way to reduce pain, improve range of motion, and strengthen the foot and ankle muscles. It can help you to recover from this condition and prevent it from returning. At FLEX Physical Therapy UWS, our physical therapist are ready to help.
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that can cause pain and discomfort in the bottom of the foot. It is often caused by overuse, but it can also be caused by poor arch support, tight calf muscles, or obesity.
Here are some of the things you can expect during physical therapy for plantar fasciitis:
- Initial evaluation: The physical therapist will evaluate your foot and ankle to determine the extent of your injury and develop a treatment plan. This evaluation may include a physical exam, range of motion testing, and strength testing.
- Manual therapy: Manual therapy is a hands-on technique that can be used to reduce pain, improve range of motion, and increase flexibility. The physical therapist may use techniques such as stretching, massage, and joint mobilization.
- Exercise therapy: Exercise therapy is an important part of physical therapy for plantar fasciitis. The physical therapist will design a program of exercises specifically for your injury. These exercises may help to improve strength, flexibility, and coordination.
- Modalities: Modalities are physical agents that can be used to reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling. Some common modalities used in physical therapy for plantar fasciitis include ultrasound, heat therapy, and cold therapy.
- Education: The physical therapist will also provide you with education about plantar fasciitis and how to prevent it from happening again. This may include teaching you how to stretch and strengthen your foot and ankle muscles at home.
The length of time you will need to receive physical therapy for plantar fasciitis will vary depending on the severity of your injury. In mild cases, you may only need a few weeks of therapy. In more severe cases, you may need several months of therapy.
If you are considering physical therapy for plantar fasciitis, I encourage you to talk to your doctor or a physical therapist. They can help you to determine if physical therapy is right for you and develop a treatment plan that is right for your individual needs.
Here are some of the exercises that you may be asked to do during physical therapy for plantar fasciitis:
- Calf stretches: Calf stretches can help to improve flexibility in the calf muscles. This can help to reduce stress on the plantar fascia.
- Achilles tendon stretches: Achilles tendon stretches can help to improve flexibility in the Achilles tendon. This can also help to reduce stress on the plantar fascia.
- Plantar fascia stretches: Plantar fascia stretches can help to improve flexibility in the plantar fascia. This can help to reduce pain and improve range of motion.
- Strengthening exercises: Strengthening exercises can help to strengthen the muscles in the foot and ankle. This can help to prevent your plantar fasciitis from returning.
It is important to listen to your body and not push yourself too hard during physical therapy. If you experience pain, stop the exercise and talk to your physical therapist.
With regular physical therapy, you can expect to see improvement in your plantar fasciitis within a few weeks. However, it may take several months to fully recover from this condition.
Our team of physical therapists at Flex Physical Therapy are ready to help.
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