Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes (plantar fascia). Plantar fasciitis commonly causes stabbing pain that usually occurs with your first steps in the morning. As you get up and move more, the pain normally decreases, but it might return after long periods of standing or after rising from sitting. Plantar fasciitis is more common in runners. In addition, people who are overweight and those who wear shoes with inadequate support have an increased risk of plantar fasciitis.
Symptoms
Plantar fasciitis typically causes a stabbing pain in the bottom of your foot near the heel. The pain is usually the worst with the first few steps after awakening, although it can also be triggered by long periods of standing or rising from sitting. The pain is usually worse after exercise, not during it.
Causes
Under normal circumstances, your plantar fascia acts like a shock-absorbing bowstring, supporting the arch in your foot. If tension and stress on that bowstring become too great, small tears can arise in the fascia. Repetitive stretching and tearing can cause the fascia to become irritated or inflamed, though in many cases of plantar fasciitis, the cause isn't clear.
How will targeted treatment for plantar fasciitis help me?
TheraSoles Therapeutic Massaging insoles provide comfort while the pumping action provides relief from plantar pain.
■ Fluid action stimulates healing blood flow massaging your feet while absorbing impact and distributing weight evenly
■ Redistributes body weight to eliminate pain, pressure, and fatigue leading to Plantar Fasciitis.
■ Absorbs the shock of everyday standing, walking, and working on hard surfaces.
■ Reduces inflammation by increasing circulation.
■ Stretches and releases the tension caused by improper foot alignment.
