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šŸ¦¶ PLANTAR FASCIITIS šŸ¦¶

šŸ‘€ Pronounced ā€˜plan-tuh fa-shee-ai-tuhsā€™, also known as plantar heel pain is something we see fairly commonly in the clinic. Hereā€™s some more information:

šŸ¤” 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.

šŸ’­ The term ā€˜itisā€™ means inflammation, but we know that degenerative changes occur to the PF, often characterised by:

āš ļø Repetitive / impact activities, hard surfaces, poor footwear.

āš ļø Tight and weak lower leg muscles, limited ankle mobility.

āš ļø Obesity, foot posture (high or flat arches).

šŸ˜© 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.

šŸ¤” Concerned you may be suffering with plantar fasciitis? Then drop us a message or book an Injury Services appointment online šŸ‘ and we can take you through an assessment.

ā“ If youā€™d 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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