Plantar Fasciitis

The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot from the heel to the toes and supports the arch. When it is strained or irritated, usually from years of standing, walking, or running, it becomes painful where it attaches to the heel. That is plantar fasciitis, and it is the most common cause of heel pain we see. It responds well to treatment, especially when it is caught early.

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• Stabbing pain in the heel with the first steps after sleep or rest
• Pain that eases with movement, then returns after long standing
• Tenderness along the arch or where the arch meets the heel
• Pain that is worse after exercise rather than during it

• An exam to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other causes of heel pain
• Stretching for the calf and plantar fascia, with a plan you can do at home
• Supportive footwear guidance and custom orthotics
• Anti-inflammatory treatment, night splints, and injections when needed

1. We listen to your history and examine your foot or ankle carefully.
2. If needed, we use imaging to understand exactly what is going on.
3. We explain your options in plain language and answer your questions.
4. Together we agree on a care plan and next steps that fit your life.