Causes
Excessive stretching of the plantar fascia can lead to plantar fasciitis, causing heel pain, arch pain, and potentially heel spurs.
Unusually high arches, sudden increases in physical activity, excessive weight (often due to obesity or pregnancy), and improperly fitting footwear.
Overpronation (flat feet) is the most common cause of excessive stretching, occurring when the arch collapses during walking and stretches the plantar fascia away from the heel bone.
Treatment and Prevention
Each time your foot strikes the ground, the plantar fascia is stretched, so reducing strain involves avoiding running on hard or uneven surfaces. The key to treating Plantar Fasciitis effectively is identifying the cause of the excessive stretching of the plantar fascia. To minimize stress on the plantar fascia, maintain a healthy weight and include stretching exercises.
For overpronation (flat feet), using an orthotic with rear foot posting and longitudinal arch support helps reduce overpronation and allows the condition to heal.
For very high arches, cushioning the heel, absorbing shock, and wearing proper footwear enhance foot comfort and reduce pain.
Explore Relief for Plantar Fasciitis
Aetrex products are designed to help keep the foot in a neutral position throughout the gait cycle and to reduce stretching of the plantar fascia. Within days of use, most people begin to experience relief from the pain or discomfort.
What Other Plantar Fasciitis Sufferers Say
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