What’s Causing Your Foot Pain? A Guide to Plantar Fasciitis and Treatment Options
Note: This article was originally published by OrthoWell PT. You can visit our website at https://orthowellpt.com . If you’ve ever rolled out of bed and felt a stabbing pain shoot through your heel the moment your foot hits the floor, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common complaints we hear, and more often than not, it points to a condition called plantar fasciitis. As a clinical team that works with patients dealing with foot and ankle pain every week, we’ve seen how disruptive this condition can be and how manageable it becomes once you understand what’s actually happening and what to do about it. What Is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a thick, fibrous band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. It acts like a shock absorber and supports your arch every time you stand, walk, or run. When this tissue gets overworked or strained beyond its limits, tiny tears develop, leading to inflammation and that familiar deep,...