Plantar fasciitis is a problem with the arch of your foot and causes pain in the heel. It has a few causes and knowing what they are means you can be proactive and avoid the problem. Causes of Plantar Fasciitis The reason Plantar Fasciitis is so painful is tears in the plantar fascia. These tears […]
What Is Plantar Fasciitis?
You may have heard of something called plantar fasciitis, sometimes called jogger’s heel. It’s a disorder that causes pain in the heel and bottom of the foot. It affects a thick band of connective tissue at the bottom of your foot called the plantar fascia, or the arch of your foot, that connects your heel […]
Why Does My Heel Hurt?
Do you suffer from Heel Pain? You are not alone! Currently it is estimated that 2 million Americans develop heel pain every year, and approximately 10% of all people will experience heel pain during their lifetime. The most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis, an irritation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia […]
