Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain, accounting for around four out of five cases. Plantar fascia is a tough and flexible band of tissue that runs under the sole of the foot, connecting the heel bone with the rest of the bones in the foot acting as a shock absorber. Plantar Fasciitis can happen suddenly over a period of months or gradually over a number of years.

Symptoms

• Intense pain in the heel and/or arch
• Pain in the morning or after long periods of rest

Causes

Tiny tears develop inside the tissue building up a thick layer causing heel pain.

• You are at an increased risk of getting plantar fasciitis if you are overweight, have a job that involves long periods of standing or wear flat sole shoes for example flip flops
• Tight calf muscles or achilles tendons
• Flat feet
• Increased activity

Treatment

• Supportive footwear
• Footwear that has a thick sole for arch support
• Orthotics
• Exercises
• Choose low impact sport

Recommended Products

• Silicone Gel Metatarsal Insoles
• Silicone Gel Heel Cups