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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
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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
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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
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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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