How to treat and prevent plantar fasciitis at home

Plantar fascia may not be a term you hear every day, but it is important when it comes to foot health. According to Healthline, more than 50 percent of Americans suffer from foot pain, and that pain is most commonly associated with damage to the plantar fascia, a thin ligament that connects the heel to the front of your foot. This condition is called plantar fasciitis. 

Repetitive motion and weight gain are usually the leading culprits when a person develops plantar fasciitis. The condition is common among athletes, pregnant women and those whose work requires long periods of time on their feet, because the constant movement and pressure from added weight leads to inflammation and pain. However, you can take a few actions to prevent and treat plantar fasciitis.  

TREATMENTS
The overall best thing you can do if you suffer from plantar fasciitis is to incorporate effective stretching to help loosen the tight muscles that aggravate the condition.  

Seated Exercises
Seated exercises are both helpful and achievable by most people.Heathline offers the following exercises for seated stretching:

1. Roll your foot over a water bottle or similarly shaped object for one minute per foot.