Treatment of plantar fasciitis often takes time. Numerous treatments may be helpful for plantar fasciitis, including:
- Regular stretching of the plantar fascia and calf
- Strengthening exercises of foot and ankle muscles
- Cross friction massage of the heel
- Icing the heel for 15 minutes up to three times a day
- Wearing shoes with good support
- Using heel inserts and arch supports
- Weight loss
- Over-the-counter medication such as acetaminophen or NSAIDs
- Night splint
When plantar fasciitis does not improve with the above treatments, other options may include:
- Corticosteroid injection
- Minimally invasive ultrasound-guided procedures such as tenotomy, platelet-rich plasma injection, or Tenex procedure
• Surgery
