š Pronounced āplan-tuh fa-shee-ai-tuhsā, also known as plantar heel pain is something we see fairly commonly in the clinic. Hereās some more information:
š¤ The plantar fascia (PF) is a thick band of fibrous tissue that supports the arch of your foot, as it runs from the heel to the toes.
š The term āitisā means inflammation, but we know that degenerative changes occur to the PF, often characterised by:
ā ļø Repetitive / impact activities, hard surfaces, poor footwear.
ā ļø Tight and weak lower leg muscles, limited ankle mobility.
ā ļø Obesity, foot posture (high or flat arches).
š© Symptoms usually include
ā Pain on the bottom of the foot, near the heel.
ā Pain with the first few steps after getting out of bed, or after long periods of rest. This then subsides after a few moments.
ā Greater pain after exercise or activity.
š¤ Concerned you may be suffering with plantar fasciitis? Then drop us a message or book an Injury Services appointment online š and we can take you through an assessment.
ā If youād like more information on what to do if you have plantar fasciitis, then keep an eye for another post on treatment as well as rehabilitation.
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