Helps relieve heel and arch pain How does it work?
The
PediRoller helps stretch the plantar fascia, a band of connective
tissue running along the bottom of the foot, increasing flexibility and
reducing pain. Its ridged design massages tired feet, reducing tension
and stimulating circulation to the affected areas.
It
can be used as cold therapy by chilling or freezing before use, which
will help reduce inflammation and combat pain. Easy to use, the
PediRoller does not require batteries or electrics and can be used
quickly while sitting reading, watching TV or just relaxing.
How to use
Following
the exercise guide within the pack, roll the bottom of the foot back
and forth from heel to arch. The exercise should be repeated for 3 to 5
minutes twice a day, morning and night.
Freezing the product before use will help if the area is inflamed.
How effective is the PediRoller?
The
PediRoller uses a proven foot therapy to keep feet healthy and toned.
It can be easily used to help stretch the plantar fascia, increasing
flexibility and reducing pain. Available through pharmacy, the
PediRoller is a CE marked medical device.
Correctly
exercising feet will keep them healthy and strong. Stretching and
strengthening programmes play an important role in the treatment of heel
and arch pain caused by plantar fasciitis. In a study* 83% of patients
involved in stretching programmes for heel pain were successfully
treated.
What is Plantar fasciitis?
Plantar
fasciitis is an extremely common injury that many runners and fitness
enthusiasts suffer with. Deep pain in the underside of the heel is often
diagnosed as plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis (pronounced "plantar
fash-eee-eye-tiss") is a very common cause of heel pain in adults. With
no externally visible features to highlight the condition, the pain can
usually be located when pressure is applied under the heel. Over use and
excessive pronation (rolling in of your feet when you walk) can cause
inflammation in the plantar fascia ligament which runs along the bottom
of the foot, especially when tears occur in the tissue. Burning,
stabbing or aching pains in the heel and arch are the result. Plantar
fasciitis is most painful in the mornings as the plantar fascia tightens
during the night while we are asleep. Stretching morning and evening
are important in relieving and treating this condition.