Plantar Fasciitis Relief:

How Massage Therapy Can Help

If you’ve ever woken up and felt a sharp pain in the bottom of your heel when you take your first steps, you may be dealing with plantar fasciitis. This condition happens when the thick band of tissue along the bottom of your foot (the plantar fascia) becomes irritated or inflamed.

It’s one of the most common causes of heel pain, and it can make everyday life — from walking the dog to standing at work — really uncomfortable.

What Causes Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis often develops slowly over time. Common triggers include:

• Spending long hours on your feet

• Wearing unsupportive shoes

• Overuse from running, hiking, or sports

• Tight calf muscles or Achilles tendons

• Weight changes or added stress on the feet

How Massage Therapy Helps

Massage therapy can’t “cure” plantar fasciitis overnight, but it can bring meaningful relief and support healing by:

• Reducing tension in the calf muscles and foot muscles that pull on the plantar fascia

• Increasing circulation to speed healing in the inflamed tissue

• Breaking up adhesions and scar tissue that contribute to stiffness

• Easing overall pain so you can walk and move more comfortably

At American River Massage & Hypnotherapy in Auburn, CA, I often combine deep tissue work with targeted stretching, hot towels, and tools like fascia release to support long-term relief.

Self-Care Tips for Plantar Fasciitis

Between massage sessions, these simple steps can make a big difference:

• Stretch your calves and the bottom of your feet regularly

• Roll your foot over a tennis ball or frozen water bottle

• Wear supportive shoes with good arch support

• Rest when pain flares up, and avoid walking barefoot on hard floors

Living with Less Pain

Plantar fasciitis can be stubborn, but you don’t have to live with constant heel pain. Regular massage therapy can help you move with less discomfort and give your body the support it needs to heal.

If you’re in Auburn or the surrounding towns and struggling with plantar fasciitis, consider booking a session. Massage therapy may be the missing piece in your recovery plan.

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