Plantar Fasciitis is usually noticeable on the first few steps after rest or being seated.  The pain is frequently described as “like walking on broken glass” – especially in the morning. The pain is usually very localised to one or two spots. The most common pain site is under the heel or near the heel.

Plantar Fasciitis is an overuse injury of the foot and heel caused by continual overstretching of the Plantar Fascia – a tendonous attachment beneath the foot.
Plantar Fascia pain is caused by micro tearing of the tendon at the heel – this is known as a tendinopathy.

Plantar Fascia pain is caused by micro tearing of the tendon at the heel – this is known as a tendinopathy. The plantar fascia tendon can become irritable from overuse or performing something new. If you work on your feet, your footwear is almost certainly part of the cause. The professions most likely to get plantar fasciitis are nurses, teachers and sales people. In sportspeople running is usually a factor – jogging, touch football and hiking.

Having a few extra kilos will make plantar fasciitis significantly worse.

People describe plantar fasciitis pain as a sharp, burning pain in the heel or where the arch meets the heel. The pain is frequently described as “like walking on broken glass” – especially in the morning. The pain is usually very localised to one or two spots. The most common pain site is under the heel or near the heel.

Our expert Myotherapists will show you the best exercises to take pain away and strengthen the tissue that is compromised. A Myotherapist will reduce the muscle tension that is leading to the tendon irritation with manual therapy and Cold Laser. Learning which footwear is best for your feet is imperative. Orthotics may be necessary to eradicate symptoms totally.

This depends on the severity. Early onset plantar fasciitis can be easily resolved with exercise, education about what is triggering your pain (usually poor footwear) and manual therapy. Longer standing plantar fasciitis will usually require a combination of Podiatry and Myotherapy. Orthotics are usually very effective for reducing severe long-standing symptoms.

Plantar Fascia pain is caused by micro tearing of the tendon at the heel – this is known as a tendinopathy. The plantar fascia tendon can become irritable from overuse or performing something new. If you work on your feet, your footwear is almost certainly part of the cause. The professions most likely to get plantar fasciitis are nurses, teachers and sales people. In sportspeople running is usually a factor – jogging, touch football and hikeing. Being overweight will make symptoms worse.

Plantar fasciitis is most aggravated by footwear that is not right for your foot and standing, walking or running. Plantar fasciopathy is unlikely to improve without intervention, because when the tendon is irritated, walking or standing irritate it. Tight calves will often play a part.

The best cure for plantar fasciitis is specific exercises that reduce pain and improve the plantar fascias capacity to absorb force. Footwear is probably the most important factor. Stretching the calves regularly and keeping them strong. Consult with a Myotherapist for a rapid solution.