Heel, tendon & soft tissue
Plantar Fasciitis – Heel Pain
The most common cause of heel pain — a sharp, first-step pain under the heel that improves with structured care.
About this condition
Plantar fasciitis is irritation of the strong band of tissue under the sole of the foot. It typically causes sharp pain under the heel with the first steps in the morning. One in ten people experience heel pain at some point, and most improve greatly with the right, consistent care.
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Common signs & symptoms
- Sharp heel pain with the first steps in the morning
- Pain that eases after a few steps, then returns with activity
- Tenderness when pressing under the heel
- Stiffness of the foot arch
How we approach treatment
- 1Clinical diagnosis and exclusion of other causes
- 2Stretching, loading and footwear correction
- 3Orthotics and targeted treatment of stubborn pain
- 4Specialist options for persistent cases