Foot pain is usually caused by the inflammation of the ligament that runs at the bottom of the food and connects the heel bone with the toes. The medical term for this condition is plantar fasciitis. This condition is usually caused by weight gain or repetitive motion and the people who are most likely to suffer from it are pregnant women, athletes and people who spend most of their day on their feet.
However, there are ways to prevent and treat this condition. Performing stretching exercises will provide the best relief since they relax the muscles that make this problem worse.
The following exercises are the best for reducing pain due to plantar fasciitis.
- Cross one leg over the other. Pull the heel upward on the big toe and hold it like that for 15 seconds. Repeat 3 times and then perform the same stretch with the other foot.
- Take a towel, fold it and put it under the foot arch. Pull the heel upward and stretch the foot for 15-30 seconds. Repeat this 3 times with each foot.
- Take any cylindrical object such as a water bottle and put it under the foot. Roll the foot over it for about a minute then repeat with the other one.
These exercises also prevent this painful condition. There are also other ways to avoid it such as the following:
Warm up
Warming up before doing any physical work or exercise is extremely important because it protects your muscles and tendons from injury due to a sudden movement.
Regular exercise
Proper foot support
The right footwear is very important for foot health because it helps them stay in a safe position while providing proper support. To prevent applying extra pressure on the feet and heels avoid wearing high heels and also walking barefoot.
