Think about what it felt like to get out of bed this morning. How did your feet handle your first steps on the floor? If you recall a quick, stabbing pain that dissipated the longer you walked around, you may be dealing with plantar fasciitis. WHAT IS PLANTAR FASCIITIS?
high arches, or have a job that requires you to stand or walk for long periods. HOW CAN PT TREAT IT? Physical therapy is one of the least invasive treatments out there for plantar fasciitis. It’s
also fully customizable, affordable, and free from side effects, so it’s no surprise many patients prefer it over surgery,
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, but because its symptoms usually pop up and then disappear, it can often fly under the radar. The Mayo Clinic has a great explanation for how it works: “Your plantar fascia is in the shape of a bowstring, supporting the arch of your foot and absorbing shock when you walk. If tension and stress on this
medication, or injections! If you come into our clinic, we’ll ease your pain with a customized treatment plan and use gentle, hands-on techniques to stretch and relax your muscles and tendons. If necessary, we can even help you find the perfect shoe inserts for lifelong support. WHERE SHOULD I START? If you think you have plantar fasciitis, your first step should be to schedule a consultation with our team. You can do that by calling 847-515-8970 , or visiting our website, KineticPTS.com/contactus . In the meantime, you can reduce your symptoms by icing your feet for 15 minutes a few times a day and choosing shoes with great arch support.
bowstring become too great, small tears can occur in the fascia.” The longer you live with this condition, the worse those tears will get! HOW DID I GET IT? Plantar fasciitis can develop for a number of reasons. Long-distance running, ballet, and aerobics all put a lot of weight and stress on the heels of your feet and can cause the condition over time. You might also develop it if you’re older, overweight, have flat feet or
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One-Pan Apple Cider Chicken
INGREDIENTS • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 1 tsp salt, divided • 1/2 tsp black pepper, divided
• 4 tsp olive oil, divided • 3 sweet apples, cut into 1/2- inch slices • 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped, plus more for garnish
• 1/2 cup apple cider • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
DIRECTIONS 1. Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Set aside. 2. In a small bowl, combine apple cider and mustard. Set aside. 3. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tsp olive oil. When shimmering, add chicken thighs top-side down. Cook for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for 4 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil. Wipe the skillet clean. 4. Heat the remaining oil in the skillet, then add sliced apples, remaining salt and pepper, and rosemary. Cook for 5 minutes. 5. Return the chicken to the skillet and add apple cider-mustard mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, then serve sprinkled with rosemary!
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