Strassburg Sock Plantar Fasciitis Sleep Aid Foot Health Care
July 19, 2008admin No Comments »The Strassburg Sock is sold individually and available in two sizes. How does the Strassburg Sock work? This easy to use, inexpensive device is designed to keep tension on the tissue (plantar Fascia) so it heals in a stretched position at night. In this way many users find a reduction of their morning pain, some have noticed a reduced recovery time and yet others have reduced the need for medications. When worn as prescribed, it does not allow the plantar fascia to contract while in the prone or supine position. The device holds the ankle and forefoot joints in a position of slight dorsiflexion that prevents a position of plantarflexion, that is the plantar fascia is not allowed to contract. In addition the involuntary stretching of the plantar fascia over a long period of time helps to strengthen the foot’s arch. What is the Strassburg Sock? The device consists of a tubular knit material that fits over the calf with 2 attached adjustable straps to maintain the foot
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