The foot contains a series of muscles and connective tissues which makes it function. The connective tissue between the heel area and the toes is called the Plantar Fascia.The purpose of the Plantar Fascia is to serve as an arch support for the foot which makes it possible for one to walk. Just like any […]
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Plantar Fasciitis is the pain that you feel on the heel area of your foot. The cause of the pain is when the connective tissue between the heel bone and the toes called Plantar Fascia gets inflamed.This explains the pointy feeling whenever you are walking which in severe cases can extend up to even when […]
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If you thought that just a single pair of shoes could see you through that painful case of plantar fasciitis, you thought wrong. When that long ligament is injured or inflamed, you’re going to have to put a lot of effort into trying to get it to heal. This includes taking the time to rest […]
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They say basketball never stops – and for any hardcore fan or casual player, that is true. So even if you’re suffering from a case of plantar fasciitis, the urge to get out on the court and shoot some hoops might be too strong to resist. Fortunately, even painful conditions like plantar fasciitis can be […]
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Getting around with a bad case of plantar fasciitis can be immensely difficult. As one of the main structures of the soles of our feet, the plantar fascia can cause great pain when it’s injured. So how exactly are you supposed to get all of your duties, work, and errands done when every step makes […]
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Probably the most difficult footwear problem that people with plantar fasciitis have to deal with is the lack of options when it comes to plantar fasciitis shoes that are designed with the office in mind. Truth be told, there’s not a lot of manufacturers that have gone into the dress shoes for PF market. This […]
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Golf is a popular sport and hobby enjoyed by over 25 million people in the United States. The game is popular throughout the world. Golf is not only a career for some and a hobby for others, but have a lot of health benefits associated with it. Golf has been proven to benefit heart health, […]
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Plantar fasciitis (PF) is the most common cause of heel pain. You can’t walk properly, and discomfort bothers you all day long, you can’t run or participate in other activities as much as you used to, you know how it goes. Quality and enjoyment of life suffers unless you find a way to manage pain […]
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Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain, making up 15% of all foot pain related complaints that require medical care and treatment. Because it is so common, experts have come up with a variety of methods for alleviating the symptoms of this widespread condition. Some are extensive and expensive, requiring medicated injections […]
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Plantar fasciitis is the most common diagnosis provided to individuals who complain of foot pain. This condition is characterized by the inflammation of the plantar fascia – a long ligament that supports the arches of the feet by connecting the heel to the toes.Treatments for plantar fasciitis are highly varied, but what a lot of […]
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