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Learn about the most common running injuries, their symptoms, treatment options, and the anatomy of affected areas. All articles are evidence-based and include practical tips.
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Stretching the plantar fascia
Mar 20, 2024
2 min
5 Stretches for plantar fasciitis: What to do, how to do them, and why they work
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Foot Pain
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Learn why the calf raises exercise is one of the best strengthening exercises for the plantar fascia and how they help plantar fasciitis.
Apr 17, 2024
6 min
Plantar fascia strengthening - Calf raises for plantar fasciitis
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Foot Pain
  • 7
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Learn how and why insoles and orthotics can help plantar fasciitis.
Apr 17, 2024
10 min
Orthotics and insoles for plantar fasciitis: Do they help, and are they worth it?
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Orthotics
  • 7
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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Kinesio tape for calf strain - how kinesio taps works.
Oct 19, 2023
5 min
Does kinesio tape really help for calf strain?
  • Taping
  • Calf Strain
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
We discuss the benefits of icing a calf strain, if you should use ice or heat, and how long to ice calf strains for.
Oct 19, 2023
8 min
Icing your calf strain. Will it really help?
  • Calf Strain
  • Swelling
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Hip exercises for plantar fasciitis
Mar 20, 2024
7 min
Hip exercises for Plantar Fasciitis: How they can help your heel pain
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Fascia
  • 6
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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Foot exercise for plantar fasciitis recovery.
Apr 17, 2024
7 min
Foot exercises for plantar fasciitis - Optimizing strength and control
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Foot Pain
  • 7
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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  • Ankle Sprain
  • Calf Strain
  • Exercises
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Orthotics
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Shin Splints
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