Our Story

We didn’t set out to build a slant board. We set out to get our lives back.

For me, it started with that first‑step, knife‑in‑the‑heel morning pain. I’m active and on my feet for work, so plantar fasciitis didn’t just hurt—it sidelined my routine, my mood, and, if I’m honest, my confidence. I ran through the usual list: insoles, night splints, massage balls, new shoes, PT—and yes, lots of regular stretching. Wall and towel calf stretches felt good for a minute, but the relief never stuck. Some days they even flared my heel because the angle and tension were all over the place.

So I went deep. I read the research, spoke with clinicians, and listened to thousands of real stories. A simple pattern kept showing up: most cases weren’t just a “foot problem.” Tight calves and a shortened Achilles limit dorsiflexion, load up the plantar fascia, and make every step angrier. If we could restore that motion and strength—safely, consistently—the heel would finally get to calm down.

That’s why we built FootAxis. The adjustable 20–45° incline lets you bias the gastrocnemius or soleus on purpose, then pair it with a simple, guided routine: plantar‑fascia–specific stretches, eccentric calf loading, and PNF techniques to unlock range you can keep. No gym. No guesswork. Just 5–10 minutes a day, progressing at your pace.

And we obsessed over how it’s made. We chose solid hardwood for a reason: it’s naturally rigid under load, so your angle stays true instead of flexing like foam or plastic. That rock‑steady platform helps you relax into the stretch, maintain consistent tension, and make reliable progress. The grippy surface, stable stance, and clean finish mean it lives in your space and holds up for the long run.

We tested early versions with runners, nurses, teachers, and anyone who stands all day. We refined the angles and the feel because the magic isn’t just the board; it’s the consistency and the right sequence. People started reporting what we were hoping to hear: easier first steps, less end‑of‑day ache, and the confidence to move again.

Is FootAxis a miracle cure? No. Plantar fasciitis is multifactorial, and timelines vary. We won’t over‑promise. What we do promise is a science‑led, practical way to treat a common root cause, powered by a tool you’ll actually use and a plan that fits real life. We built it because we needed it. We refine it because you trust us to. If you’re sick of stopgaps, welcome—this is the place for patient, durable change.