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Effect of Muscle Energy Technique to Improve Flexibility of Gastro-Soleus Complex in Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomised Clinical, Prospective Study Design Indian Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy - An International Journal
Background: Plantar fasciitis is considered to be an overuse syndrome as it develops over time and is a result of repeated stress that exceeds the body's inherent capacity to repair and adapt which eventually leads to the failure of the ligaments, bones and muscles. Functional risk factors include tightness in gastronemius, soleus and weakness of intrinsic foot muscles because limited dorsiflexion due to tight Achilles tendon strains the plantar fascia. short-term treatments such as muscle stretches are regularly used to alleviate symptoms during this interim period. An increase in ankle range of motion may reduce the symptoms of plantar heel pain by reducing the strain in the plantar fascia.
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