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My partner and I have been planning on doing the CP starting in early Sept. but he is having difficulty with his foot - he had a bad bout of plantar fasciitis late last year and it may be springing back up. We have already bought our tickets and I will be walking but wondering if the last 100km minimum of the CF applies to the CP. You know just in case.
 
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Yes.

Here is a repost of what I have previously written and posted for those concerned with Plantars Fasciitis:

Top Exercises to Help Avoid Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a common type of chronic heel pain. It seems to affect young male athletes and middle-aged obese women more than any other group, but that does not mean other groups are immune to it. The inflamed tissue around the heel seems to cause a stabbing-like sensation, which is worse in the morning. This condition may be prevented, and the following exercises will help you do that.

Arch Stretching
Stretching your arch muscles is not too difficult, but the exercise is a little peculiar. The first thing you need to do is take off your shoes and get barefoot, and then place a towel on the floor. Now, simply place your foot on the towel, and curl your toes to clench the towel. Pull the towel toward you, and that is it. Place the towel in front of you again, and repeat. Be sure to do the same for your other foot.

This exercise is typically suggested by professionals for those who actually have plantar fasciitis already, but it can definitely be helpful to everyone. You should try and do this several times a week, but make sure to not overstretch your feet while you’re doing it.

Calf Strengthening
The calf and the tendons surrounding your heel need to be strengthened. A simple exercise that may help you do this is calf raises. What you want to do is stand straight on level ground. You should be barefooted for best traction, but it is not absolutely necessary. Now, all you have to do is lift your heels off the ground so that you are standing on your toes. Stay in this position as long as you can before returning your heels to the ground, and just repeat this at least nine more times.

Another way to do this exercise that works great is to stand at the edge of a stair or curb. You want your toes to be what keeps you on the stair or curb. Then, raise your heels up so that you are on your “tippy toes” and then back down again, but allow your heels to go lower than your toes past the edge of the stair or curb. This exercise allows for a fuller stretch.

Alleviate Pronation
Pronation is a natural part of your foot’s movement. This refers to how the foot rolls and applies pressure when the heel finally hits the ground. Pronation may be normal, but that does not mean the constant shock it receives when you walk or run does not have an effect on it. One way you can alleviate the pressure is to try doming. To do this, just place your foot flat on the ground, and then press your toes on the ground while keeping your heels firmly on the floor. This should create a dome between your heel and toes. Maintain this position for 10 seconds, straighten your foot, and then just start again.

Work the Interossei
The Interossei muscles help support your arch muscles thus preventing this issue. All you have to do is place a large rubber band around your toes for resistance. Then, stretch your toes and hold for 10 seconds. Squeeze your toes for another 10 seconds, and repeat these steps about five to 10 times.

What to Do When Your Feet Are Hurting?
Whether or not you’re at risk of getting Plantar Fasciitis, you’re going to come across a time where you’re feet are going to hurt. Maybe you were standing all day at work, ran a marathon, or whatever. If your feet are hurting, take a break and rest, stretch, and recover. Get off your feet for a little bit and either ice or heat your feet. If you notice any swelling or severe pain, then ice it. If it’s just sore, then apply heat with a hot bath. Then, make sure to rub out the tension and to do some basic exercises. You can try the ones above or do some other types. One popular one is to roll a tennis ball underneath the feet. This helps to preserve the arch and massage it at the same time
 
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[...] he had a bad bout of plantar fasciitis late last year and it may be springing back up. [...] wondering if the last 100km minimum of the CF applies to the CP. You know just in case.
Yes it does if you intend to obtain a Compostela. In fact, it applies to any Camino until Santiago, and at least 2 daily stamps are required on your Credencial.
Perhaps you should walk at a slower pace and be careful of how and where you put your feet (cfr. Davebugg's above mentioned recommendations). One way or the other, if the discomfort reappears you might have to consider and use transportation, unfortunately waiving a Compostela. But don't despair yet! Ultreya ;)
 
Not despairing just wanting to be informed of our choices on organizing this camino. We have both walked the total length of the CF, so feel our soul is not in any danger (ha, ha!). We are working out a training plan for him to understand his pain-free capacity. Ultreya absolutely!
 
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As mentioned, the 100km rule apply for CP as well. If you want to start at that distance, the border between Portugal and Spain is the place for you. Head to Valença do Minho (Portugal) or Tui (Spain) and have fun! :D
 
Thanks - just figured that out - we decided on training at 1/2 weight and 3 miles (5km) for 3 consecutive days, rest and assess. My thought is that the previous problem caused him to subconsciously change his gait. He experienced the pain after a 8 mile with fully weighted pack hike - first fully weighted hike he has had in almost a year. Anyway - we will work through this and he has taken back up his plantar fasciitis exercises full tilt. Take care all!
 
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You might want to consider sending his pack ahead! This would alleviate stress on his heel.

In that case, TuiTrans is a very easy and reliable pack-transport company on CP :)
 
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On the Camiño Portuguese, the final starting point to qualify for a Compostela is at Tui, just over the bridge from Valencia, Portugal.

The 100 km minimum applies to any and ALL routes leading into Santiago. Also, it does not matter how far you walked overall, you MUST HAVE walked the FINAL 100 km into Santiago. You must have a minimum TWO SELLIS per day, on this last segment, to establish your eligibility for a Compostela.

Hope this helps...

Hope this helps.
 
On the Camiño Portuguese, the final starting point to qualify for a Compostela is at Tui, just over the bridge from Valencia, Portugal.

The 100 km minimum applies to any and ALL routes leading into Santiago. Also, it does not matter how far you walked overall, you MUST HAVE walked the FINAL 100 km into Santiago. You must have a minimum TWO SELLIS per day, on this last segment, to establish your eligibility for a Compostela.

Hope this helps...

Hope this helps.
Thank you but i intend to stay on the coastal path so was wanting to clarify the 100k point on that way
 
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On the Camiño Portuguese, the final starting point to qualify for a Compostela is at Tui, just over the bridge from Valencia, Portugal.

The 100 km minimum applies to any and ALL routes leading into Santiago. Also, it does not matter how far you walked overall, you MUST HAVE walked the FINAL 100 km into Santiago. You must have a minimum TWO SELLIS per day, on this last segment, to establish your eligibility for a Compostela.

Hope this helps...

Hope this helps.[/
It's in the middle of a forest between Nigran and Vigo.
Jill

Thank you!
 
I suffered plantar fascilitis just before my last Camino,(flights and accommodation already paid for) I had to wear my heavy leather winter boots !
They are very solid, hardly bend at all, combined with a sorbathane insole and
regular calf stretching exercises got through with minimal pain. I got some funny looks though.and I had nice hot feet, but a small price to pay.
 
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My partner and I have been planning on doing the CP starting in early Sept. but he is having difficulty with his foot - he had a bad bout of plantar fasciitis late last year and it may be springing back up. We have already bought our tickets and I will be walking but wondering if the last 100km minimum of the CF applies to the CP. You know just in case.
Yes.
 
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It's in the middle of a forest between Nigran and Vigo.
Jill
so, if we start in Vigo, we would be short of the 100 km mark? we are flying into porto airport and plan on taking the bus to where we would start our camino, along the coastal route.
Thanks for the advice.
 
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so, if we start in Vigo, we would be short of the 100 km mark? we are flying into porto airport and plan on taking the bus to where we would start our camino, along the coastal route.

Starting in Vigo you would be a little bit short indeed, and realistically, you wouldn't walk much of the coast. Vigo is exactly where the coastal part ends to start going inland, so you have only one and half day walking by the sea.

I'd say that starting in Baiona would be a much better choice - it's more or less 110k from Santiago and you can get some coastal walks. Not sure how to get there, though. Probably a taxi from Vigo would be the best bet.
 

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