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Note: The stretches in this post are not intended to replace the advice of a clinician. If you are unsure about them, please check with your therapist. Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain At least 1 million people are currently affected by plantar fasciitis. It is estimated that up to 10% of people worldwide will be affected by this foot condition at least once their lifetime. Understanding your foot The foot is a complex assembly composed of 26 bones, 30 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments.
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