Plantar fasciitis: what is it?
The most frequent kind of heel discomfort is plantar fasciitis. Inflammation of the plantar fascia is known as plantar fasciitis. A robust band of ligamentous tissue that connects the heel to the midfoot bones is called the plantar fascia. In addition, the plantar fascia serves as the foot’s shock absorber and supports the arch. It is believed that repetitive small injuries to the fascia are the cause of plantar fasciitis. These injuries typically occur close to the heel bone’s plantar fascia attachment point.

What signs of plantar fasciitis are present?
When there is no specific injury to the area, the pain usually starts gradually. Wearing flat, unsupportive shoes—like flip flops throughout the summer—is frequently what causes it. This may promote inflammation in the area and overstretch the plantar fascia. Usually, pain is felt in the front of the heel, beneath the foot. It often begins in one heel, and it usually hurts the most when you stand up first thing in the morning. Plantar fasciitis pain usually subsides with activity but gets worse at the end of the day or after standing for extended periods of time. Plantar fasciitis is more prevalent and primarily affects adults over 40.

Which factors lead to plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is more common in people who run, walk, or stand a much. Symptoms may arise with changes to training regimens, including kind, intensity, distance, and terrain. Being overweight and wearing shoes with inadequate arch support or cushioning can both contribute to plantar fasciitis by putting additional strain on the plantar fascia.

If I have plantar fasciitis, what should I do?
You should consult a podiatrist and or physiotherapist if you have plantar fasciitis. The illness can be managed with a variety of treatment methods.

If I have plantar fasciitis, what should I avoid doing?
The disease will worse if the offending activity—such as intense running—continues. The issue can be alleviated by wearing shoes with good shock absorption; high heels and shoes with extremely thin soles should be avoided.

Could plantar fasciitis have any lasting effects?
If plantar fasciitis is properly treated, it usually goes away quickly. However, plantar fasciitis occasionally has a propensity to return.

Treatment of plantar fasciitis with podiatry intervention
Your podiatrist will provide you with specific footwear recommendations that emphasise effective shock absorption. To support the arch and lessen tension beneath the foot, orthotics, or shoe inserts, may be helpful. To increase comfort, silicone heel cups can offer padding beneath the heel.

It can also be beneficial to stretch the achilles tendon and the calf muscles.