Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition that impacts the feet and causes issues when walking or running. It is caused by the inflammation of the thick, dense band of connective tissue which runs along the bottom of the foot. This muscle is known as the plantar fascia and connects the heel bone to the toes.

Those who suffer from plantar fasciitis can experience a lot of pain across their foot during movement or when resting. It is a common affliction but one that can be left untreated if patients do not know what they are dealing with in the first place.

Plantar fasciitis causes pain and stiffness across the foot during movement and sometimes when resting.

It is caused by repeated stretching of the plantar fascia which will create small ruptures and tears in the tissue. The plantar fascia, which connects the heel bone to the toes, is supposed to stretch slightly which allows the arch of the foot to flatten to cushion the blow of every step. While it stretches to accommodate movement, this connective tissue is not incredibly flexible as it is a thick, dense tissue.

Common signs of plantar fasciitis include:

• Shooting heel pain when you first stand up in the morning. This will usually ease during the day
• Pain in the foot or heel after standing for too long
• Pain when standing after long periods of resting
• Pain along the bottom of the foot when you stretch your toes
• Swelling in the heel

Many people suffer from plantar fasciitis but are not aware that this is the cause of their foot and heel pain. It is important to be aware of the symptoms so you can get the right treatment for your injury. 

When you visit Chattanooga Non-Surgical Orthopedics, we will examine your foot to ensure there is nothing else causing your symptoms. X-rays and other tests may be required to determine whether it is plantar fasciitis, or whether your pain is being caused by a strain or foot fracture.

Like many other kinds of injury, if left untreated plantar fasciitis can result in worsening damage to your feet and lower body; some of which may lead to permanent damage and lingering pain. It is important to get treatment on time to prevent the potential of developing:

• Heel Spurs

• Plantar Rupture

• Plantar Fibromatosis

Call Chattanooga Non-Surgical Orthopedics today and make an appointment with Dr. Hall to start your healing journey and stop plantar fasciitis from becoming severe: 423-499-0003.