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Plantar Fasciitis

Jogger getting down on one knee to grab his foot which hurts due to plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves inflammation of the plantar fascia — the thick band of tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes and supports the arch of your foot. It’s especially noticeable with the first steps in the morning or after long periods of rest.

Sharp, stabbing heel pain (especially with first steps of the day)
Pain after prolonged standing or activity
Tenderness along the arch or bottom of the foot
Pain that worsens after exercise (not during)
Tightness in the Achilles tendon or calf

Rest and ice
Stretching exercises for the calf and plantar fascia
Orthotics or supportive shoes
Anti-inflammatory medications
Physical therapy
Corticosteroid injections (for severe cases)
Rarely, surgery to release the fascia

Overuse or repetitive strain (running, walking long distances)
Foot structure issues (flat feet or high arches)
Poor running form
Wearing unsupportive footwear
Obesity or sudden weight gain
Prolonged standing on hard surfaces

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Symptoms

Sharp, stabbing heel pain (especially with first steps of the day)
Pain after prolonged standing or activity
Tenderness along the arch or bottom of the foot
Pain that worsens after exercise (not during)
Tightness in the Achilles tendon or calf

Causes

Overuse or repetitive strain (running, walking long distances)
Foot structure issues (flat feet or high arches)
Poor running form
Wearing unsupportive footwear
Obesity or sudden weight gain
Prolonged standing on hard surfaces

Treatments

Rest and ice
Stretching exercises for the calf and plantar fascia
Orthotics or supportive shoes
Anti-inflammatory medications
Physical therapy
Corticosteroid injections (for severe cases)
Rarely, surgery to release the fascia

Specialties That Treat This Condition

Podiatry

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Sports Medicine

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

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