METHODS FOR TREATING INFLAMMATORY SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH PLANTAR FASCIITIS

摘要

The present invention relates to a method for treating inflammatory symptoms associated with plantar fasciitis in a foot. The method involves stretching gastrocnemius and soleus muscles associated with the foot by placing the sole of the foot on an inclined ramp surface and cooling at least one portion of the sole of the foot. The method may further involve providing localized pressure to at least one portion of the plantar fascia, and to a portion of the foot below the toes, to cause dorsiflexion thereof.

主权项

1. A method for treating inflammatory symptoms associated with plantar fasciitis in a foot, the method comprising:
(a) stretching a gastrocnemius muscle and a soleus muscle associated with the foot by placing the sole of the foot on an inclined ramp surface; and (b) cooling at least one portion of the sole of the foot by a cooling means comprising one of an ice pack or a gel pack retained on the inclined ramp surface.