ankle/foot

  1. plantar fasciitis (watch)
    Heel pain, which can be the bane of many active individuals, needs to be treated! Calf tightness contributes to the problem. Basic stretching and foot strengthening exercises are the foundation for treatment.
  2. ankle sprain (watch)
    Acute injuries of the ligaments to the ankle require initial management of ice application and elevation to control swelling. Compression wrapping also helps to reduce inflammation. As pain subsides restoration of function requires exercises for range of motion and easy strengthening. The four exercises to follow will help this healing process
  3. tendonitis (watch)
    Injury or inflammation of the tendons around the ankle can create stiffness and pain. The gentle stretching and strengthening exercises to follow will help alleviate these symptoms.