What You Need to Know about Plantar Fasciitis
This year the most common cause of heel pain, plantar fasciitis, will affect more than two million people. If you are suffering from this terrible condition, you are not alone. In fact, approximately 40% of the population will experience heel pain some time during their life.Unfortunately, the flat, hard, unforgiving surfaces we walk on every day don't help with solving plantar fasciitis. To make matters worse, the shoes you are wearing are probably flat inside. If you are walking in flat shoes on flat hard surfaces, it's no surprise that you continue to have sharp heel pain.
The problem is you can't get rid of the flat surfaces we all walk on.
What if there were a way to reduce or eliminate the symptoms of plantar fasciitis? How would this change your life? Imagine how exciting it would be to resume your normal activities and no longer be held back by your pain.
The good news is this pain doesn't need to last forever. KURU has developed a revolutionary orthotic midsole technology called KuruSole™ that has transformed the lives of thousands suffering from plantar fasciitis. The revolutionary technology custom molds to your feet and supports your foot in all the critical spots. Thousands have found relief by performing stretches morning and evening while wearing KURU throughout the day.
It’s no wonder more Doctors recommend KURU shoes to help with plantar fasciitis.
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Dr. RecommendedDoctors know the key to alleviating foot problems is proper support. That's why more Doctors are recommending KURU.In fact, Dr. Roger Sheffield said "After decades of practicing as a physician, I have seen a lot of different products designed to solve health problems. KURU is the #1 shoe that has helped my Plantar Fasciitis". |
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Proven ResultsOur customers love their shoes. In fact, an astounding 9 out of 10 customers recommend KURU to their friends. One simple example is Robert, who wrote, “they are by far the most comfortable shoe I have ever worn and have all but cured an acute case of plantar fasciitis. This sounds like hype, but they are the best thing since sliced bread!" |
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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
The key to helping solve plantar fasciitis is to begin a disciplined routine of stretches and exercises every morning and evening. Then, throughout the day, wear a pair of KURU shoes. This simple combination has transformed the suffering for thousands.Stretches
Dedicate time every morning and evening to perform the following stretches.
Heel Dips.
While standing, place your toes on the edge of a step and slowly lower your heel below your toes and hold for 15 seconds. This will stretch the Achilles tendon and calf muscle. Repeat 2-4 times for the affected foot/feet.Towel stretch.
The towel stretch stretches your arch. In a seated position with your legs stretched flat in front of you, loop a towel around the toes and ball of your foot. With your hands, pull the towel towards your chest while keeping your knee straight to stretch the bottom and arch of your foot. Hold for 15 seconds. Repeat 2-4 times for the affected foot/feet.Wall Stretch.
Face a wall and place your hands against the wall. Place the affected foot behind you with the toes pointing towards the wall. While leaning against the wall, attempt to make the heel of the affected foot flat against the ground. This will stretch your calf and arch. Hold for 15 seconds. Repeat 2-4 times for the affected foot/feet.Night Stretches.
For those suffering from more severe plantar fasciitis, wearing night splints at night can be used to stretch the foot. Generally, these night splints stretch the heel and arch while you sleep, keeping the plantar fascia from getting contracted during the night.
Exercises
These simple exercises can help strengthen your lower leg. Strengthening your lower leg can make a huge difference in eliminating your pain from plantar fasciitis.
Cold Massage.
Place a frozen bag of corn, or cold beverage can under the affected foot and roll the foot back and forth while applying weight. This method provides a stretch and ice massage simultaneously.
Anti-Inflammatory & Icing.
Placing a cold pack to the bottom of the affected foot in the morning and evening can curb your pain. In addition, taking an anti-inflammatory can reduce the pain and swelling.
Heel Lifts.
Exercises that strengthen the foot and arch can make a huge difference. One of the best exercises is heel lifts or calf raises on the edge of a step.
Marble Pickup.
Another excellent exercise is called marble pickup. With this exercise, put a handful of marbles on the ground. Individually pick the marbles up with your toes and drop them in a nearby box or cup. This exercise focuses on increasing the strength of your foot muscles.
Upgrade Your Shoes
After doing the above stretches and exercises, you need to wear a pair of plantar fasciitis shoes throughout the rest of the day. Upgrading your shoes is perhaps the most powerful things you can do for your plantar fasciitis.
The excellent support and technology found in KURU shoes offers the kind of support your feet need. Our innovative KuruSole™ technology is shaped to work with nature. By custom adapting and molding to your unique foot shapes, KuruSole™ helps keep nature's fat pad under your heel for supreme comfort.
Your feet are the foundation of your body. If your shoes properly support your through a deep heel cup and amazing arch support, then your body can begin the process of resolving the symptoms of plantar fasciitis.
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The information on this site is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment by a trained medical professional. If your plantar fasciitis symptoms persist, this could be a sign of a more serious condition. Because everyone's feet and body are different, your results may vary from the customer experiences and testimonials shared on this site. Always consult a trained medical professional prior to any treatment regimen.
