Don't be Sidelined by Plantar Fasciitis
Five effective treatments. One simple device.
The ThermaWedge® device features a patented design that combines five of the most effective Plantar Fasciitis treatments as recommended by healthcare professionals to reduce pain, improve mobility, and even prevent the onset of Plantar Fasciitis.
Cooling / Warming Heel Pad
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Freeze the gel pack and place under the heel to relieve pain and inflammation
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Warm the gel pack as directed to increase blood circulation prior to exercise
Every Day Calf Stretch
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Step onto the ThermaWedge® device
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Straighten the knee, and hold for 30 seconds
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Bend the knee, and hold for 30 seconds
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Increase the calf stretch angle by moving the opposite leg forward
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Switch feet and repeat
Cross Friction Massage
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Sit comfortably, to reach the sole of the foot
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Pull the toes back
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Hold the roller firmly at one end, press that end into the sole of the foot and hold
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Change locations on the foot and repeat
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Move the end of the roller slowly from side to side across the foot for 30 seconds
Toe Dorsiflextion
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Position the cork roller under the toes
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Hold for 30 seconds
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Perform with a straight leg, then bend at the knee as comfort allows
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Switch feet and repeat
Rolling Plantar Fascia Stretch
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Place the natural cork roller on a flat surface
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Roll the foot forward and back over the roller, applying as much pressure as is comfortable
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Perform for 30 seconds and switch feet
High Load Plantar Fascia Stretch
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Step onto the wedge with the ball of the foot on the padded base, and the toes bending upwards on the ramp
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Do a slow heel rise (3 seconds), hold for 2 seconds, and return down (3 seconds)
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Repeat 12 times per foot, every second day
“This innovative device combines calf muscle and intrinsic foot stretching with deep plantar massage and hot/cold therapy. Our study has produced very exciting results, and it is now our go-to device. I highly recommend ThermaWedge.”
Dr. Jack Taunton, MCs, MD Sports Medicine (CASEM) MSFP (SEM) FACSM, Professor Emeritus UBC Medicine
“I frequently see patients suffering with plantar fasciitis heel pain. As part of my treatment regimen, I recommend the lightweight and portable 5-in-1 ThermaWedge device for their home and workplace rehab.”