5 Best Plantar Fasciitis Pain Relief Treatments - Ask Doctor Jo

[@AskDoctorJo]

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[@robertbeckner5833]

As a sports therapist I always like finding simple ways to help people with certain pains. I found this to be super helpful.

[@hinanaqvi9075]

I just want to thank you, last night my heal was hurting so bad , its been two years I have this pain, i tried exercises you mentioned and it helped . thank you

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@hinanaqvi9075]

@@danielabaci9164 So, last year when I did this exercise it went away like in a day but it came back again. Now I took 2 injections in like 2 years and so far its gone

[@Taylor-Made-Gang-llc]

I remember winter 2018 for 2wks I was in so much pain tears would fall out my eyes when I walk & drive my tractor trailer. I came across this video & 3 days later I was fine. Here it is Fall 2020 & pain has hit my foot again. Well back to Doctor Jo office 🤣. I don't know if I ever said this 2yrs ago, but Thank You Ms Jo 💯💪🏾🙌🏽

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome! I hope it helps again.

[@kapilsksk]

Does iceing help more or hot water with salt i showed a Dr he recommed me hot water with salt

[@randyflannigon3452]

Hey thanks a lot doctors have been telling me that I have neuropathy in my feet and then I came across your video and all I did was the massaging of my feet and the thing on the step for three straight days but I want to tell you I felt immediate relief after the first day I haven't been able to wear shoes in 3 years and I'm wearing shoes again and I owe it all to your video thank you

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. I'm glad it helped.

[@waymoreblues]

I feel like a rusty nail is in my heal, especially in the mornings! I’ll try anything at this point!! Thank you!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@kritikumari4038]

Did it work

[@TheAutomanDan]

I found that despite massaging the fascia stretching my calves and a really good Achilles stretch eventually eliminated the pain.

[@sherryfogle9940]

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[@sisypheanexistence8955]

@@sherryfogle9940 read it slowly. You'll understand eventually.

[@JJBpilot]

Punctuation, it's going to be big!!! Stretching my calves (especially the Soleus) really did it...

[@patchoulicolt7093]

I never would've thought of it, but an insulated lunchbox is the perfect way to keep your bottle cold overnight! I'm doing that now for in the morning.

[@danainthevalley]

Thank you so much! I've had this pain for over a month and I just rolled my foot over an frozen water bottle and it was super helpful! Ahhh!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome! I'm glad it helped some.

[@steveszejna989]

I have had plantar fasciitis for a few years so this is very valuable information. Thank you!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@PilipiHoops]

How does it feel? For years?

[@steveszejna989]

@@PilipiHoops Very painful in the heel, especially when you wake up in the morning. I saw a podiatrist, who taped my heel, and gave me custom orthotics to wear. He also gave me a list of stretches to do every morning. Very similar to what Doctor Jo is demonstrating in this video. It flares up occasionally, and I come back to Doctor Jo’s videos to get my foot back in shape. Good Luck. 👍

[@PilipiHoops]

@@steveszejna989 how much time did it take? Thanks btw

[@steveszejna989]

@@PilipiHoops The initial treatment the podiatrist gave me took about a month. My non-professional opinion is this is different for each patient. My advice would be go see your doctor/podiatrist and a PT if possible to get an accurate diagnosis.

[@IvanaChapman]

Nice video! Wearing shoes with the right insoles makes a big difference.

[@michaelezekiel3506]

Dr. Jo you're really the greatest. Simplified and explained beautifully.

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thank you!

[@Mayank_2K24]

Felt a noticable relief after doing these for the first time. Thanks Dr. Jo.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@coleenparsons4905]

I'm going to freeze a bottle right now. The "C" stretch is helping already. So grateful - thanks DoctorJo!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@brentcrabtree9334]

Thank you, Dr. Jo! My partner and I both have terrible plantar fasciitis and look forward to getting some relief after watching your treatment suggestions.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@kritikumari4038]

Hello did it work? please reply

[@cpaz80]

Nobody told me before to use in insole just for little time at the beginning!! So much discomfort and pain, i was thinking it doesn’t work and is even worse. So many thing lately that I don’t trust doctor anymore. Thank You for this video

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@FunnyVC]

I have plantar fasciitis for years. ( heel spurs too ). It went away for like a year about 2 years ago, then came back again. The pain is so bad especially in the morning that I sometimes go to the toilet on my knees instead of standing up and walking… I know it takes time to get rid of it but I’ve gotten to a point where I feel like nothing can fix me anymore. I can’t walk properly, I’m in constant pain, everyday for years, limping so bad everybody asks me what happened… I just don’t know what to do anymore..

[@yasmindurrani5718]

I am having the same problem to it's so annoying and painful

[@the_bob_147]

There are some surgeries to fix it I think. Go see a doctor.

[@lecabana5108]

Me too😔

[@bronwynerasmus8340]

I feel you. The pain just never goes away and my doctor doesn’t want to do any surgery.

[@Enfluentz]

@@lecabana5108 me toooo! This morning was so bad it made my eyes water

[@rkcraig348]

Thank you for this. I'll pass it on to my Mom and hopefully it can help her out.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. I hope it helps.

[@christinelakatos4552]

Wow! After trying these tips the pain was gone! For now anyway...I will continue to use these tips. Thank you!!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@krishnapandey8643]

How s it right now

[@mjb4126]

thanks for your wisdom and simple instructions. I love the shirt by the way! 😅

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome, and thanks!

[@arrowarrow17]

Thanks for the messages. I feel better after the messages. I stand up after the massages and I dont feel the pain.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@mamtashrivastava8024]

Do you have any video on pain and swelling on ball of foot if not pl make one I am suffering from it and can't continue my walk and other activities. That is in advance dr.

[@weirdocentric23]

Thank you so much!!! My Body goes through a range of problems but your videos are always there to help thank you🙏🏾☮️💜

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome! I'm glad they have helped.

[@jeffreyspeltie1961]

The best video on KZbin

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks!

[@MrJ567]

Can plantar fasciitis pain also extend into the ankle on top and along the side of your foot?

[@rizakhan4346]

Experiencing the same issue.

[@killykilly7920]

Yeah it can

[@janemccullough4474]

Jo is always so positive and has excellent practical advice! Keep up the good work, Jo!

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks!

[@PaulineRaabe_]

The Frozen common bottle of drinking water is my best friend with this plantar fasciitis it's really is the only thing that eases that horrendous pain.

[@tonkasergej6677]

I walked 15 a day to lose weight for about 2 months and here I am I wish I thought of this before

[@kavitagupta7572]

Instead of stool i feel we should use stair.... For safety... Thanks for ur valuable remedies...

[@jalalslyrics9992]

Please doctor, I want to know if I can do this exercises even I did before one cortisone shot there, without fear of having tear, thanks a lot

[@mabelomoregie1146]

Thanks for this information. I now know what to do to handle the heel pains I'm feeling.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@hsmint]

Believes in Big Foot. I love your sense of humour as much as your stretches, Dr Jo.

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks :-)

[@lalitha2139]

Thanks a lot Dr. Jo. My heel pain had gone with this exercises.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. Glad they helped.

[@pardeepkhasa3260]

Sir muje hill me dard h

[@tukataka1]

Thanks for the video's, i have been trying everything since 2017 to get rid of the pain for heel spur und Plantar Fasciitis after my last marathon run, I do not have alot of time in the mournig that I have to get up at 0200 am, will this also help if i do it before going to bed and acouple times after work? Really would love to run again :-)

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. They might help doing them more frequently. Good luck.

[@shukorishak8059]

Very helpful. Thank you😃

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@luaneconn1345]

Great advice, concise and easy.

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks.

[@jessiemejia941]

Thanks so much Doc 💞

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@ucefkh]

Thanks Doc! You're very nice and clear and funny 🤠

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome, and thanks!

[@rohanchopra1539]

Please make a video on electrotherapy for plantar fasciitis. I'm undergoing Ultrasonic and Tense but not sure if it's showing results.

[@jassingh7086]

Icing with the waterbottle feels so good 🤤 thank you 👍

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@miaedward4297]

Thank so much doctor i will do it with the frozen water ....I from indonesia

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@akankshamishra927]

Thank you so much it helps me allot.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@shukriyaaroos7050]

Thank you so much for the enlightenment!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@pica6888]

Doing the step exercise is impossible without shoes because the edge of the step digs into my foot. Any suggestions

[@pravi8208]

Hai i have this problem... 8 months back i injured my left knee with MCL grade 2 and i concentrated on my left leg. Few months I had problem with my right foot after few days back i went to know it is a plantar fasciitis problem.... Please suggest solution

[@rosettejf]

Is it ok to go back to running when pain subsides?

[@thembandlovu816]

Hie doc.my wife has this plantar fasciitis ,it started a year ago is there any treatment she can use to get heal and get normal again?

[@blackwill9881]

Thank you 😊

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@mandyparsons2616]

Great tips on platamer I've got the insoles... Getting new trainers at Christmas... Your tea shrit again wow 😮🐱🐅

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks!

[@barbaracl6308]

What triggers it to flare bad after days or weeks and sometimes months? FYI- I have EDS

[@mohitsehdev3400]

I have this problem over an year. Should i use cold pack or hot pack for relief.

[@bubbles469]

Applying an ice pack on my heels worked wonders for me 🙂

[@aditibhatnagar8877]

Thnk u so much ma'am for helping us

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@daddeyy]

hello doc.. would a hot/cold soak be good? and would it be better to do a cold or hot soak..? thanks

[@amyh.2020]

Quick question Doc about the custom made insoles. If my arch has fallen a bit how will custom insoles help by supporting my arch now at their dropped lower level? Thank you for your time and input

[@AskDoctorJo]

It helps to prevent more falling, but in general, stretches and exercises need to be done as well to help strengthen the arch.

[@ha.padminihettiarachi1204]

i have this problem 2 yeas thank you doctar

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@jeffreyspeltie1961]

A great video

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thank you.

[@dranrebfernandez4645]

How about when winter time? Do i have to use ice also in the morning? My feet feel cold and hurts already

[@AskDoctorJo]

It depends on if you feel like it helps or not. If it helps, it's probably worth doing.

[@johnmaggiorino4493]

Thanks

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@saravananneother4868]

Hi Doc, my father experiences stabbing pain in his legs and hands. Is it plantar fasciits?

[@heyitsmonique_]

Thank you for this.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@ΒαγγέληςΜωρός]

Thank you doctor

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@alexanderlantz]

Thx for being dedicated! You help me!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@bilgybiju3907]

Hi doctor . What about the nerve stimulating machine is it useful .

[@belindasalas8418]

I have the symptoms with a sprain ankle how can I treat it ? Please Help Thank You Dr Jo

[@AskDoctorJo]

I have several videos for sprained ankle. Here is one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoqUYXR4h7Nqb8U

[@ravisingh-zy7de]

my dad calcaneus bone fracture after plastar swelling have then what we do and which exercises do that bone are stronger pls help me..

[@alphajallow7224]

Thank you

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@rosemaryschukraft7022]

Thanks I understand

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome.

[@josephk8615]

I use the hypervolt plus massage gun and the pain disappears for a while but it always comes back

[@dolorbautista5795]

doc jo,it helps...only my left aches but i will massage both.

[@AskDoctorJo]

Good luck.

[@cmoneillteacher]

How many reps, and how many times a day should I do these exercises and stretches? I have been suffering from PF for six months.

[@AskDoctorJo]

They can be done 2-3 times a day. As far as reps, it different for everyone depending on how long you've had it, how severe it is, etc. This might help: www.askdoctorjo.com/content/repetitious-repetitions-0

[@vimalprakashshukla418]

please I would love to know your opinion doctor 😊😊😊😊

[@cloudytroll7284]

Hey Dr... I have heel spur from last 2 years and now the pain spread under full feet and I feel pain equally in both feets... when I use Gel pads in shoes it feel better otherwise till nights I feel broken bones pain... So do the size of spur increase in w years or what u suggest? Does apsom Salt work for it if dipped feets in hot water with Apsom salt????

[@FiZiOPlusmahi]

Good explanation

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks.

[@miinah1996]

Thanks for making this video I just have a question ; is it okay to do the stretches for arch when you have the faciaiitis pain ? or do I have to wait until it feels better

[@taropie5709]

Hi Dr Jo. Thanks for the video. I have 2 questions. I had painless tightness of my right plantar since 1 month ago. Is this actually plantar fascitis? And will these tips help with my condition?

[@moneekodunze7602]

Ppp

[@luminair11]

So what if you have osteo of the hips and can't stretch you leg up to massage the foot?

[@gaddexrivera7099]

Doctor, can I use a golf ball to step on and roll under my foot in back and fort motion?

[@teessapaul5248]

That looks like i want to try.

[@gloriaslater8433]

What can I do instead, if I can't bend my knee in order to get my thumbs on the bottom of my foot for massage? I've had TKR. Tennis ball rolling is pretty painful.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You can try using a foam roll instead (like a pool noodle), or just push very lightly with the tennis ball. Good luck.

[@michaelhind5349]

Hi Doc My arches have literally just collapsed, can I rebuild them or is this permanent. Newly diagnosed ankylosing spondylitis :(

[@fishingrod11]

Thanks for the advice and the Mister Rogers reference! 😂

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. 😎

[@yw6654]

very helpful

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks.

[@malcolmthompson597]

Hi, if you have PF in one foot, should you use orthotics for both feet?

[@malachikirkman8684]

Hard to say, I was told to use it on both feet but it caused me to develop pf on my other foot because of it so just be careful wearing them

[@malcolmthompson597]

@@malachikirkman8684 Thanks, that's bad luck. The person who sold me my orthotics told me to use both to keep my hips and back balanced.

[@cpaz80]

What’s the reason of the inflamación? Root problems is probably the tendon is too short?

[@AskDoctorJo]

It can be from a number of things, but that can be one of them. I have another video for it talking about how it can be caused from issues in other areas, like your knees or hips. You can find it at: kzbin.info

[@craftycornart229]

How can we stop the toes walk. For my kid of 10 year old.

[@chuscaace6321]

Great video

[@AskDoctorJo]

Thanks.

[@freemind3142]

Great ... thanx a lot

[@AskDoctorJo]

You’re welcome.

[@mikaylacox3298]

I have flat feet pain and I don’t know what to do I’m so tired of this idk what to do

[@joycekibibi]

This is what I’m going through right now

[@xtlhogciao]

Hey, Dr. Jo. I was wondering, if you have plantar fasciitis, how loose or tight should you wear your shoes? I basically wear basketball shoes 99% of the time (with insoles) with one “main” pair that I use for walking, going out etc., and another pair (the previous “main” pair) for getting around the house, and I wear the “house” shoes significantly more loosely than the others so I can easily slip in and out of them. But my feet seem to hurt more often when I’m wearing the shoes correctly, which has made me question whether you’re supposed to wear them more loosely when you have plantar fasciitis than you would otherwise, than I had thought...or if basketball shoes are not good for some reason. Thank you!

[@AskDoctorJo]

It's probably more the basketball shoes. Even though they are helpful to keep your ankles stable, that does take away from having good motion at the bottom of your foot when you walk (heel strike to push off), so it might be when they are tighter, you just are stretching out your plantar fascia well on the bottom of your foot.

[@xtlhogciao]

AskDoctorJo AskDoctorJo AskDoctorJo Thank you! I had assumed a good pair of b-ball shoes was fine (i.e. they’re gym/walking shoes with an additional ankle support-bonus), so it’s good to know that can have a negative affect on it, now. Also, if you don’t mind, I have a question about treating it - basically, I’m planning on stretching out my hamstrings and calves, and massaging stretching my fascia/feet fascia, and I’m wondering if you have any recommendations on what to do, or avoid (e.g. is picking up rubber bands/towels with toes for plantar fasciitis?), based on the following: My feet (mainly my left) have been sore for maybe 6 months along with an increasingly tight/sore left leg (ESPECIALLY the hamstring), and occasional lower back soreness, and at this point I can’t remember which came first (I assume they’re all connected). This is also the first time I’ve ever had foot, leg or back soreness (the only two initial causes that come to mind are that I’ve always been inflexible, and I’m constantly on my feet). Thanks again!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome! They definitely could be related, but it's really important to try to figure out what is the main cause since treating one (for example the plantar fasciitis) won't really help if it's the result of a back/hip/knee issue. You don't remember any kind of back injury? Sometimes that can cause pain all the way down the leg. I have several videos for plantar fasciitis if you want to check them out for some more tips: kzbin.info?search_query=dr+jo+plantar+fasciitis But really the best thing to do would go see a PT for an evaluation to try to narrow down what the root cause is. Good luck!

[@lucashenry420]

Thank you!!!!!!

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@macuujovne7676]

why does when i keep massaging my foot like these later on it will swell

[@suzannekoneful460]

Hi! I have PF on the back end of my left arch - on the heel. What can I do??

[@-taeri4020]

Hi dr jo. Despite runner’s knee, I’ve been suffering from plantar fasciitis recently together with pain at right hip. The pain go down to medial part of knee. I suspect it has something to do with sartorious muscle. Any advise?

[@AskDoctorJo]

Plantar fasciitis can also come from weak gluteus medius muscles, as well as back and knee issues. So it's possibly all related. Unfortunately, I really don't know though since I can't evaluate you.

[@azrashah6911]

Can't see you showing your foot as subtitles are right on it.

[@AskDoctorJo]

You can turn the subtitle off by clicking the CC button below the video.

[@gabrielscruggsjr9492]

She has nice soles

[@lowandatucker7901]

Every time I think "I'm cured," it comes back.

[@andreswarnerpearcy5161]

Thank you very much!!! Cheers from 🇨🇱 Latin America ❤

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome!

[@vimalprakashshukla418]

suffering from weak lower back muscle which have completely disturbed my career and life. From past 6 months I am unable to do long sittings which is important for my work. I've tried yoga and physiotherapy but all in vain. Now my physiotherapist is asking me to gain weight (im 5'7 and weigh 53kg ) that my muscles become strong but I'm not convinced. Please help me! Should I gain weight and should I join gym for this problem. Your opinion is much coveted. Thanks in advance

[@AskDoctorJo]

I don't think just gaining weight will help, but getting your muscles stronger should help. Good luck.

[@xavier_sb]

Is plantar fasciitis more associated with the gastrocnemius or with the soleus? Sometimes I feel like the issue is due to my soleus being tight, so that's what I focus on a little more.

[@AskDoctorJo]

It's often a tight Achilles tendon in general, and both the gastroc and soleus are a part of the Achilles tendon, so it could be either. Any other injuries in the past, knee, hip, back? Sometimes that can cause it as well.

[@xavier_sb]

No past injuries. I just have a custodial job working at a school and am required to be on my feet all the time on hard floors. Thank you for the response, by the way. :)

[@AskDoctorJo]

You're welcome. Yes, those hard floors can cause it. Having a good pair of supported shoes help too. Good luck.