MANAGEMENT OF COMMON CONDITIONS 231

Course overview

*Discuss the specific pattern of fibrosis development around and within the plantar myofascia of the foot. *Discern the effects of the fibrosis and adhesions on the plantar fascia, associated soft tissues and the functional biomechanics of the region. *Understand the rules of treatment specific to Plantar Fasciitis of the Foot. *Apply modalities and manual methods to treat fibrosis and adhesions in the soft tissue structures around and within the foot and ankle joint as well as associated contracted muscle tissue. *Rehabilitate weak and atrophied muscles using stretching, exercise and modalities.