Podiatrist’s Foot & Ankle Care Blog
Plantar fasciitis, a prevalent foot condition, unfolds as a result of inflammation in the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that spans the bottom of the foot. This inflammation leads to symptoms that are distinctive yet often underestimated. A primary symptom is heel pain, particularly felt during the initial steps after periods of rest…. Read more »
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. The plantar fascia is the thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes. When this band of connective tissue becomes inflamed, plantar fasciitis occurs. Fortunately, this condition is treatable. There are several factors that may put you at a… Read more »
Do you suffer from heel pain when you get up in the morning? If so, you should seek professional help and have a proper diagnosis performed. Heel pain can be caused by several different foot-related conditions.
Heel spurs, often associated with persistent heel pain, are bony protrusions that form on the underside of the heel bone. These outgrowths develop in response to the ongoing stress and strain on the foot’s ligaments and muscles, particularly the plantar fascia, which is a thick band of tissue connecting the heel to the toes. When… Read more »
Heel spurs are calcium deposits that cause bone protrusions on the heel bone. Heel spurs are usually associated with plantar fasciitis, which occurs when the plantar fasciitis in the foot becomes inflamed. Typically, heel spurs don’t cause any symptoms. However, they can produce chronic or intermittent heel pain. Those who have had the condition often… Read more »
