Plantar Fasciitis occurs when excessive strain is placed on the tissue, causing pain and inflammation. The strain tends to occur over a number of weeks and months, and is rarely attributed to a sudden accident or injury. The most common site is the front part of the heel, but this stabbing pain can occur at any point of the plantar fasciitis. The pain is at its worst first thing in the morning, but often occurs during the day, especially after any periods of sitting or standing.
The good news is that there are a number of things you can do to treat the condition yourself. It’s important to rest the affected area to prevent further damage and using an ice pack for a maximum of 15 minutes, 3-4 times a day will reduce the pain and inflammation.
If you suffer from sharp pain in your heel, you could be suffering from a common condition called plantar fasciitis. The plantar fasciitis is a band of tough, fibrous tissue that runs underneath your foot, connecting the heel bone with the base of each toe. This important structure helps to support the arch of the foot and tightens during walking to help lift the heel off the ground. Pain in the plantar fasciitis has a number of causes. You may have recently taken up a new activity or sport. The condition is particularly common if you are overweight, or have tight calf muscles, meaning that more strain is placed on the plantar fascia. People who stand for long periods or have very low or very arched feet may also be at increased risk of developing this problem.
SELECTING THE CORRECT FOOTWEAR IS ESSENTIAL TO KEEPING YOUR FEET HAPPY AND HEALTHY
Good footwear can help with a range of foot problems like plantar fasciitis, which is why we’ve compiled a selection of comfortable shoes for plantar fasciitis that we would suggest you consider trying. Discover
women's
and
men’s
shoes that offer arch support, adjustability and cushioning.
It's stylish, cushioned and flexible, say hello to one of our bestselling, adjustable women's trainers.
Your go-to women's trainer, Leanne II provides enhanced energy return from FreeSole Technology
A padded collar and tongue in this classic men's shoe provides cushioned support to your ankle.
There are numerous conditions which affect your feet, and it’s important that you wear the right style of shoe depending on your symptoms. These pages should act as a guideline as each case will be different.
Please always consult your podiatrist if you have any concerns
regarding the health of your feet.
