Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fascia

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by Prof.  Robert Sheon

The plantar fascia is a dense fibrous tissue lining the bottom of the foot.

The plantar fascia provides support when the foot rises up on the toes during walking, running, or climbing. It supports the long arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is caused by strain of the plantar fascia. The injured tissue causes pain at the bottom of the foot when starting to walk or when standing still for a long period of time.

It is one of the most common causes of foot pain in adults.

Read on and find out more about the symptoms, causes, diagnoses and treatment of this pain foot pain condition.  This excellent overview of plantar fasciitis is brought to us by Prof. Robert Sheon.


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4 Responses to “Plantar Fasciitis”

  1. Plantar Fasciitis Says:
    October 30, 2009 at 2:18 am

    Great info on PF. If you need help get the podiatrists to help.

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