07/10/2025
Summer is the perfect time to get outside and move, but if you’re a runner or spend a lot of time on your feet, heel pain from plantar fasciitis can put a damper on your plans.
Plantar fasciitis is common, affecting up to 10% of Americans in their lifetime. It can cause sharp, burning pain in your foot, especially in the morning or after activity.
The good news? Over 82% of people see improvement with 🤌 simple stretching and strengthening techniques.
James McAfee, PT, DPT (with MovementX in Seattle) recommends calf stretches, toe stretches, and towel scrunches, rolling a frozen water bottle underfoot, and heel raises to help ease discomfort so you can keep moving all summer long.
If you want to enjoy running and summer activities pain-free, our MovementX physical therapists can assess your movement, provide hands on care, and create a personalized plan to help you get back on your feet with confidence.
📸 Meg Pezzino, PT, DPT (MovementX in Arlington, VA)
💭 James McAfee, PT, DPT (MovementX in Seattle, WA)