Heel pain & plantar fasciitis
Heel pain & plantar fasciitis can be detrimental to movement. Our Sports Physio Dr. Janhvi Vayada explains how to identify the pain & manage it.

What is Plantar fascia?

The ligament at the bottom surface of our feet is called plantar fascia.

The attachment of it is from bottom of the heel bone, through which it fans forward towards the toe bones. Inflammation of the plantar fascia is called as plantar fasciitis.

Heel pain and subsequent plantar fasciitis is a commonly encountered foot problem.

It can happen in any age group of people.

What causes plantar fasciitis?

Other systemic causes:

How is heel pain a major indicator of plantar fasciitis?

Symptoms:

Management:

Dr. Janhvi Vayada – Clinical Sports Physiotherapist

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