16/09/2019
Plantar Fasciitis how many have you have suffered from it ?
The Plantar Fascia is a very thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes. This band of tissue under tension helps maintain the integrity of the main arch of the foot. Plantar Fasciitis is a common foot condition that causes heel pain and pain in the sole of the foot – it is often sore first thing in the morning or on standing after periods of inactivity. Often this pain can be very severe but the good news is that it is treatable by our Physios who have had specific training in the treatment of this condition.
The symptoms of plantar fasciitis are:
•Symptoms
Plantar fasciitis typically causes a stabbing pain in the bottom of your foot near the heel. The pain is usually the worst with the first few steps after awakening, although it can also be triggered by long periods of standing or rising from sitting. The pain is usually worse after exercise, not during it.
Causes
Under normal circumstances, your plantar fascia acts like a shock absorbing bowstring, supporting the arch in your foot. If tension and stress on that bowstring become too great, small tears can arise in the fascia. Repetitive stretching and tearing can cause the fascia to become irritated or inflamed, though in many cases of plantar fasciitis it isn’t clear it can be from everyday life wear and tear.
