What is plantar fasciitis/heel spur syndrome?
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the long band of connective tissue running from the heel to the ball of the foot. Heel spur syndrome is a bony overgrowth on the heel bone. Plantar fasciitis and heel spur syndrome affect women more than men. They can cause the bottom of the heel and arch to become painful.STATISTICS • Plantar fasciitis and heel spur syndrome are the most common causes of plantar heel pain. • 73% of patients with heel pain are diagnosed with either plantar fasciitis or heel spur syndrome. • 15% of patients who see a podiatrist complain of heel pain. • 90% of those who suffer from plantar fasciistis or heel spur syndrome respond to nonsurgical care. • 83.5% of patients with plantar fasciitis or heel spur syndrome experience pain with first steps in the morning. • Plantar fasciitis can occur with or without a heel spur present. CAUSES OF PLANTAR FASCIITIS • Stretching the long band of tissue that connects the heel and the ball of the foot. • Muscle imbalance. • Bon
