Gentle Foot Care Clinic
Dr. Jairo Cruz Jr., DPM | 📞 (813) 502-5904
🌐 www.gentlefootdoctor.com

The night splint is used to gently stretch the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon to reduce morning pain and stiffness caused by conditions such as:

• Plantar fasciitis
   
• Achilles tendinitis
   
• Calf tightness or heel pain
   

This splint holds your foot in a dorsiflexed (flexed upward) position to keep the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon lengthened while you rest.

• Wear the splint for 30–60 minutes at a time.
   
• Use daily, ideally in the evening after activity or after a warm shower.
   
• Most patients benefit from gradually increasing wear time (start with 30 minutes, work up to 1 hour).
   

• This splint is NOT meant for overnight use.
   
• Do not wear it to bed — it is for short-duration stretching only while awake and seated or lying down.
   

• Your leg must remain fully extended (straight).
   
• Do not bend the knee while wearing the splint — this reduces the effectiveness of the stretch.
   
• Sit or lie down in a comfortable position with the foot slightly elevated if possible.
   

• Wear a light sock to prevent rubbing or pressure on the skin.
   
• Make sure straps are snug but not too tight — circulation should not be restricted.
   
• If any numbness, tingling, or excessive discomfort occurs, remove the splint and contact our office.
   

• Most patients notice improvement in 2–4 weeks with consistent daily use.
   
• This is a supportive therapy and is often combined with other treatments like stretching, orthotics, or physical therapy.
   

• Severe pain or cramping while using the splint
   
• Numbness or cold toes
   
• Skin irritation or redness
   
• No improvement after 4–6 weeks
   

Gentle Foot Care Clinic
📍 Brandon & Zephyrhills | 📞 (813) 502-5904
🌐 www.gentlefootdoctor.com