Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat It

This common foot problem happens when the thick band of tissue under your foot (plantar fascia) becomes sore or swollen. This tissue connects your heel to your toes. The pain usually feels sharp and is often worse in the morning or after standing for a long time.

What Causes It?

The condition can start for many reasons. Some common causes include:

• Wearing shoes with poor support
• Having flat feet or high arches
• Running or standing a lot
• A sudden increase in physical activity

Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis:

You may notice:

• Sharp heel pain, especially when you first get up
• Pain that gets worse with movement and better with rest
• Soreness in your heel or foot arch

How to Treat It

There are many ways to ease the pain:

• Rest your feet when you can
• Do foot stretches
• Wear shoes with good support
• Try the Profoot products shown above.