Sunrise

Explaining Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It usually occurs when a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of each foot and connects the heel bone to the toes becomes inflamed (plantar fascia). The plantar fascia supports the arch of the foot and absorbs shock when walking.

With plantar fasciitis, there is stabbing pain that usually occurs when you take your first steps in the morning. Once the body gets warmed up the pain normally decreases, but it may return after standing or sitting for an extended period of time.

Tension and stress on the fascia cause small tears and repeated stretching and tearing can cause irritation or inflammation. Despite this, the main cause of plantar fasciitis remains unclear.

Podiatrist, Owen Bernard shares more about the common causes of heel pain and some preventative measures on Sunrise. Watch the interview here:

You can prevent plantar fasciitis by maintaining a healthy weight, wearing supportive shoes, avoiding worn-out athletic shoes, applying ice, changing your sport and stretching your arches.

Some risk factors include age, certain types of exercise, foot mechanics, obesity, an occupation that keeps you on your feet for long period, and complications from ignoring the early symptoms.

Recent Posts

CVM to Be Exclusive Free-to – Air Broadcasters of JPL

CVM TV will be the official free-to-air broadcaster of the Jamaica Premier League (JPL) for…

3 days ago

Man Charged in Danielle Anglin’s abduction and murder Dead

Lascelles Morgan, the accused charged with the abduction and murder of Danelle Anglin, is dead.…

3 days ago

95 shops destroyed in arcade fire

A fire has ravaged the northern section of the Pearnel Charles Arcade in downtown Kingston,…

4 days ago

Committee of Management for Rita Humphries Lewin Withdraws Allegations of Wrongdoing Against Cornerstone

The Committee of Management for Rita Humphries Lewin has officially withdrawn allegations of wrongdoing against…

2 weeks ago

Unidentified Body Found on Lyndhurst Crescent; Police Launch Investigation

St. Andrew, Jamaica – An unidentified body was discovered early this morning on Lyndhurst Crescent,…

2 weeks ago

Holness’ IC Challenge to Be Heard in Supreme Court

The first hearing in Prime Minister Andrew Holness' legal challenge against the Integrity Commission, IC,…

2 weeks ago