The burning. The sore heel. The pain of those first morning steps. When you suffer from plantar fasciitis, even the simplest tasks can seem unbearable-and the treatment can often feel as frustrating as the ailment itself. However, treating plantar fasciitis doesn't have to be a slow and painful process. In most cases, in fact, treatment can be simple, inexpensive, and highly effective.Dr. Colin Dombroski has helped thousands of patients alleviate plantar fasciitis, and now he draws on his personal experiences and painstaking research to provide a comprehensive guide to managing, treating, and preventing PF without breaking the bank. In The Plantar Fasciitis Plan, Dr. Dombroski identifies and explains causes, symptoms, and risk factors for plantar fasciitis; teaches PF sufferers and doctors home-healing techniques; and delves into treatments for cases of PF that are harder to cure. Along the way, he'll provide tips for staying active, advice on spending the least to get the best results, and pointers on making the most of any treatment.Plantar fasciitis can be a painful, distressing, and debilitating problem-but thanks to Dr. Dombroski, it doesn't have to be a permanent one.