Causes of Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fascia acts like a shock-absorbing bowstring, supporting the arch in the foot. However, if and when the tension on this bowstring becomes too great it can create small tears in the fascia. Repetitive stretching and tearing can cause the fascia to become irritated or inflamed, and lead to plantar fasciitis.

Plantar Fasciitis is typically caused if:

•    Excessive inward pronation of the feet, i.e. when you walk, your feet bend inwards
•    You stand, walk or run for prolonged stretches of time
•    You have excess body weight
•    Your shoes don’t fit well
•    Your shoes are too worn out
•    You Achilles heel or calf muscles are too tight