Bottom of Foot Pain Causes, Treatments and More
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2. The Plantar Fascia: Holding It All Together
The plantar fascia is a thin band of tissue that wraps around the sole like a strap. It starts at the heel, finishes up at the toes and keeps the foot arch from collapsing.1‘Plantar Fasciitis.’ Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 11 Dec. 2019, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/plantar-fasciitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20354846.
Formerly known as policeman's heel, plantar fasciitis now affects runners pursuing mileage. The fascia becomes sore and inflamed, causing sharp pain in front of the heel, in the sole's center. A classic symptom is stinging heel pain when taking the first steps out of bed.
