Plantar Fasciitis

What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis results from inflammation in the plantar fascia. When too much stress is placed on the tissue, overtightening and tearing may set in, leading to pain in the heel/arch of your foot.

Although the tissue recovers slightly overnight as you rest, it can still tear upon your first steps in the morning.

What causes plantar fasciitis?

Plantar Fasciitis is common in middle-aged people. There are some factors can increase your risk for developing plantar fasciitis.

• Athletes

• Pregnant women

• Long distance runner

• Ballet dancing

• Aerobic dance

• Having structural foot problems (very high arches and very flat feet)

• Obesity