If your foot arch feels stiff or even painful with your first steps in the morning or after an extended seated period, you’re not alone. Tens of thousands of Americans deal with this type of sensation every day, and their discomfort can range from mildly irritating to downright debilitating. But what could be causing this […]
What Does A Torn Plantar Fascia Feel Like?
Your plantar fascia is comprised of a thick band of tissue at the bottom of your foot that extends from your heel to your toes. Its presence helps to provide stability and support to your foot arch, but like any tissue in your body, it can become prone to wear and tear, and under extreme […]
5 Things That Make Your Plantar Fasciitis Worse
Plantar fasciitis is a painful foot condition that is caused by inflammation of the thick band of tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes. Roughly two million people across the US deal with plantar fasciitis pain on a regular basis, and treating the problem involves a combination of rest, anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy […]
The Dangers Of Untreated Plantar Fasciitis
Our body is a fantastic instrument that works to heal its injuries, and while you can heal from a number of different health conditions simply by letting bone development or your immune system run its course, some injuries won’t be able to heal fully on their own. Left untreated, these conditions can leave you with […]
Why Plantar Fasciitis Cases Increase In The Summer
Plantar fasciitis is one of the more common foot conditions we help patients with on a regular basis, and it seems that we also see an increase in patients with plantar fasciitis in the warm summer months. So what does the warmer weather have to do with the onset of plantar fasciitis? We explore the […]