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We all learned about the 5 senses in elementary school- sight, smell, taste, touch and hearing- but did you know that we have a 6th sense? A lesser-known phenomenon, proprioception is often referred to as the sixth sense. It describes an unconscious awareness of the body’s position and movement in space. Proprioception is essential for

The complexity of the human foot is truly fascinating, especially when it comes to the plantar fascia muscle and the way your foot is arched. It’s amazing how this little muscle works in tandem with ligaments and bones to form a platform that enables humans to stand upright and move. Think about it—our plantar fascia

What is the Mind-Muscle Connection and How does it help with Plantar fasciitis? We have all heard the saying “Mind Over Matter”, but when it comes to healing your plantar fasciitis, can you really use your mind to overcome the pain? The short answer is YES! The mind-muscle connection is a practice aimed at honing

Core Training Your Feet: The 5 Best exercises to build Arch Strength Strengthening the arches in your feet is an essential part of preventing plantar fasciitis and staving off the painful symptoms that come with it. Fortunately, there are a variety of exercises you can incorporate into your fitness routine to make sure your plantar

The REAL Cure for Plantar Fasciitis that Nobody Talks About If you have dealt with arch pain, you have probably seen many different ways to relieve the pain. You may have heard to roll the bottom of your foot on a cold water bottle, use stretching bands, or try dropping your heel off of a

You may have heard that night splints are a good option for healing your plantar fasciitis. But with all of the options out there, how do you know which one is best to use? In this article, we will break down how night splints for plantar fasciitis work, and the different types that are available

The Elusive Muscle Knot.  What is it, and how does it happen? We hear about muscle knots a lot.  They happen anywhere in the body, but are often most noticeable in the thighs, calf, Achilles tendon, and most of all in the arch muscle of the foot. A muscle knot has two theories. Number one,

Pros and Cons of Walking Barefoot on your arch or Plantarfascia muscle Walking barefoot has been a practice for centuries and has been shown to have many benefits. Walking barefoot helps to strengthen the muscles in your feet and ankles, improve balance and posture, and increase flexibility. Additionally, walking barefoot can help to improve circulation

WAKING UP WITH FOOT/ARCH PAIN? Waking up with sore feet can be inconvenient and a real pain (pun intended), but foot pain can also be a sign of a more serious underlying problem. Foot pain could be something as simple as overdoing it during a workout, or wearing shoes that are too tight. However, it