Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is usually the result of tearing or overstretching the fascia (thin band of tissue) that runs across the bottom of the foot (plantar) which causes a sharp stabbing or burning pain across your heel, arch, or ball of your foot.

The pain from PF most often occurs first thing in the morning after you’ve taken a few steps. As your muscles warm up, the pain usually lessens; but, it may return if you sit or stand for long periods of time. A very common running injury, obesity, wearing shoes without good arch support, and other forms of exercise can also cause or make plantar fasciitis worse.

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Symptoms

• You feel sharp, stabbing or burning pain along the bottom of your foot
• The pain goes away as your muscles warm up but returns if you stand or sit too long
• You may not have pain during exercise but the pain returns as the muscles cool down

What Can I Do About It?

Gentle stretching and ice after exercising can significantly reduce the symptoms of plantar fasciitis. Wearing a nighttime splint that gently stretches the bottom of your foot can also help.

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