@Erinmfs
Don't walk!
If you choose to ignore this invaluable advice take along some cookies or candy.
It should help tremendously unless you like that nasty dark chocolate for which I think you do for reasons I'll never understand.
Anyway, I hope it goes away soon.
Jake

Hi Molly, I moved your question to this discussion about plantar fasciitis. I did this so you can connect with other members like @loribmt @peggyn @cobweb @auntieoakley @helennicola and others. I, too, have had plantar fasciitis (twice) and posted my experience above. Each time it took months to resolve.

I discussed the problem with my primary care provider and with a physical therapist. Each offered exercises that helped. I think my issue originated from breaking in new running shoes. My PCP is also a runner and she suggested having 2 pairs of runners and alternating. That also seems to help.

How long have you had the sore arch and heel, Molly?

Hi Molly, I have had varying degrees of this for a couple years. My podiatrist said the hallmark is when it hurts after being off of it, then after about 5 minutes it kinda stops hurting. I am sorry to hear you might have this. Most of the people I know have gotten rid of it with stretching and rest. I do it all and sometimes it is better and sometimes it gets worse. This is probably due to the birth defect in my feet, and the resulting bone removals. I find taping, icing, and stretching it get better, but the peak gel inserts really help for daily barn chores. Have you seen a doctor yet? How long have you been hurting?