Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a common problem that can affect runners. The plantar fascia is a strong ligament that runs across the bottom of the foot that main role is the natural arch support of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is an overuse injury of this structure. It is more of a degeneration of the tissues rather than an ‘-itis’ (ie an inflammation), but plantar fasciitis is the common name. The main cause of plantar fasciitis is anything that increases the load in the plantar fascia. In

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