Which specialist treats plantar fasciitisPlantar fasciitis can start with a GP, podiatrist, or direct MSK physiotherapy referral depending on symptom severity and local services; most cases respond within 6 to 12 weeks when treated with early, structured management.Plantar fasciitis can start with a GP, podiatrist, or direct MSK physiotherapy referral depending on symptom severity and local services; most cases respond within 6 to 12 weeks when treated with early, structured management.
Gluteal tendinopathy beyond self-managementGluteal tendinopathy — a condition in which hip tendons lose capacity to handle everyday load — self-perpetuates through geometry: compressive positions reload the sensitised structure, whilst rest removes stimulus and generic stretches worsen compression.Gluteal tendinopathy — a condition in which hip tendons lose capacity to handle everyday load — self-perpetuates through geometry: compressive positions reload the sensitised structure, whilst rest removes stimulus and generic stretches worsen compression.