Plantar fasciitis
If you’re experiencing pain after sitting, walking, or standing for extended periods, as well as when you first step out of bed or climb stairs, you may be showing signs of plantar fasciitis. This condition, characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, can significantly impact your daily activities and quality of life. To accurately determine the cause of your pain, it’s essential to get an X-ray of your foot.
Because plantar fasciitis is known to worsen over time, prompt intervention is crucial. Don't let foot pain hold you back any longer. Take the first step towards relief and schedule an appointment with our expert podiatrists today.
Plantar fasciitis affects the plantar regions of the foot, namely the heel, arch, and midfoot. When too much stress is put on the plantar fascia, or the connective tissue that stretches from the heel to the ball of your foot, inflammation, overtightening, and tearing may arise. This can cause foot pain. Because of plantar fasciitis, you may experience tearing with the first steps you take in the morning each day.
A certain trigger that may cause stress to the plantar fascia includes poor arch support, which is brought upon by frequently walking barefoot or wearing shoes with improper arch support. Other causes include obesity or a sudden increase in weight, increased physical activity, weak foot and ankle muscles, tight calf muscles, and arthritis.