Plantar Heel Pain
What is Plantar Heel Pain/Fascia Pain?
The Plantar fascia is a band of collagen tissue that connects between your heel and your toes, supporting the arch of your foot. Just like a joint, the Plantar Fascia is also subject to becoming irritated, this is known as Plantar Heel Pain/Fascia Pain.
Typical symptoms of Plantar Heel Pain/Fascia Pain are:
- Pain is much worse when you start walking after sleeping or resting
- Pain feels better during exercise, but returns after resting
See the attached leaflet for further information for management and treatment for Plantar Fascia Pain
Exercise Videos
Introduction and Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Stretches and Foam Roller
When to seek advice
If you have severe pain affecting your sleep and daily activities, if you have had a serious injury or you have symptoms that have not improved with self-management, you should contact your GP practice. If you have a red, hot swollen joint please ring 111