
As you will find out, we actually don't know what the specific pathology is so we cannot call it plantar fasciitis or any other specific name as yet.
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What about looking at the clinical assessments. I mean surely they are accurate right? After all, they tell us whether the person has plantar fasciitis or not. Surely, they are accurate..yes?
Here are your NEW proven clinical tests for your clients
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I have just realized that you can change the PDF documents in your resources to word docs with this free tool and then you can modify them if you want to add your own spa name, logos, website etc.
Let's mow take a look at deep friction massage from Dr. James Cyriax and how we can apply it for treatments.
Because plantar fasciitis is a very specific condition with very specific symptoms such as pain on the first steps getting out of bed in the morning so we need a NEW examination form. Here it is.
We also new a NEW follow up form so here that is
A quick anatomy overview
Here we start practicing on our own calf muscles
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It's time to find out how to get set up for our clients for treatments
Now, here I show you ho9w to perform the evidence based treatments that have proven to be highly effective at treating anterior medial heel pain
We also need to address the other muscles laterally and anteriorly to get better balance
Your elbows should be one of your most powerful treatment tools in your therapeutic toolbox. Here is how to do it correctly.
Ok, now I will just reinforce what you have learned so far from questioning, to testing to assessments, treatments and follow ups.
Once your client is much better you can let them go and get them to do these things at home.
Once you have completed the evidence based treatments that have proven to be highly effective at treating anterior medial heel pain, you can also add adjunctive treatments as well.
How to treat any trigger points that may be referring pain to the anterior medial aspect of the heel creating pain.
If you are a massage therapist and you are not doing this, there is a very good chance that YOU will be the one with the shoulder and back pain.
How to do highly effective deep tissue massage for the calf muscles and back of the legs
You may also like to do some stretching techniques as well.
Now let us do some deep tissue massage techniques for the front of the legs
Now we can also do some stretching for the legs and hips.
Here are some relaxation massage techniques that you may prefer to do instead on the back of the legs
Here are some great techniques that you can use of the feet to loosen up the muscles and fascia
Here are some relaxation massage techniques that you can do on the front of the legs
Here are some more great massage techniques for the feet but this time in a supine position
How does kinesiology taping actually work?
So, with all of the hype about kinesiology tape these days, where in fact did it actually originate?
There are a few things that you are going to need to do kinesis taping. They are simple but there are a couple of things to be aware of.
So let's go through the basics of Kinesio tape.
Here I show you the steps to applying the kinesio tape
You want to take the tape off carefully and correctly. Let's not just 'grip it and rip it'.
How to do kinesiology taping for the calf muscles
You can also try this taping technique if you feel that it may be more helpful
You can also try this taping technique if you feel that it may be more helpful
Here is a specific kinesiology taping treatment for plantar fasciitis that you could use
Here is another specific kinesiology taping treatment for plantar fasciitis that you could use also
An introduction to clinical cupping therapy
Ok, as promised, I am going to teach you the basics of doing cupping in under 2 minutes.
Here is the reason that I do not like making big red or purple spots when doing cupping. However, if you have no problems with it then you can leave the static cups on for longer but I see no additional therapeutic benefits by doing this.
So how exactly does cupping work and what can it treat? Let's find out.
I really like these cups as well and they are great to regulate the pressure accurately. You can also put a lot more pressure into the cups with these too. However , I still prefer the silicone cups over these. It is just a personal thing I guess..
I will show you how to do cupping on my sons' back and neck to give you a bit of an idea.
How to do clinical cupping therapy for the hamstrings
How to do clinical cupping therapy for the thighs (quadriceps)
How to do clinical cupping therapy for the calf muscles
How to do clinical cupping therapy for the feet
How to set up for doing shiatsu
I cannot stress this enough. Weight transference, body mechanics and correct techniques are essential
Here I show you the different ways that I use my palms
This is a lovely way to start the massage or just use throughout the massage somewhere during your sequence. It is different and also very powerful in that it mobilizes the joints and also relaxes the client.
We should always use our thumbs sparingly. They are small joints and often get injured because of overuse from poor techniques and poor instruction.
How to do shiatsu massage for the legs
How to do shiatsu massage for the front of the legs
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Stop Guessing How to Treat Plantar Fasciitis
Few conditions frustrate massage therapists more than plantar fasciitis.
Clients arrive after trying stretches, orthotics, ice, massage, taping, injections, or months of rest—with little or no lasting improvement.
Many therapists simply continue doing what they've always been taught.
The problem?
Much of what we've believed about plantar fasciitis has changed.
Learn From One of the World's Best-Selling Massage Instructors
I'm Mark Perren-Jones. Over the past 30 years I've helped hundreds of thousands of students worldwide while treating professional athletes, celebrities, Presidents and thousands of clients with pain conditions.
In this course I'll show you the same systematic approach I use to assess, understand and manage plantar fasciitis using the latest clinical research.
This isn't about memorising techniques.
It's about understanding what actually works—and avoiding treatments that research no longer supports.
What You'll Learn
• How to accurately assess plantar fasciitis.
• Why plantar fasciitis may not even be the most accurate diagnosis.
• Which massage techniques are supported by current evidence.
• Which stretches help—and which commonly prescribed stretches may be ineffective.
• The truth about orthotics, footwear, pronation and heel spurs.
• The role of strengthening and rehabilitation.
• How to educate clients using modern pain science.
• A practical treatment system you can begin using immediately.
Why This Course Is Different
Most courses simply teach techniques.
This course teaches clinical reasoning.
You'll understand why you're choosing a treatment, when to change your approach, and how to confidently explain your recommendations to clients.
Instead of relying on outdated theories or anecdotal advice, you'll make treatment decisions based on current research and practical clinical experience.
Perfect For
• Massage Therapists
• Myotherapists
• Manual Therapists
• Sports Massage Therapists
• Bodyworkers
• Students wanting a stronger understanding of plantar fasciitis
By The End Of This Course
You'll stop hoping your treatments work.
Instead, you'll have a clear evidence-based framework for assessing plantar fasciitis, choosing effective treatments, recommending appropriate exercises, and helping clients recover with greater confidence.
Become the therapist clients recommend when foot pain refuses to go away.