Plantar Fasciitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention Tips | Well actually
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What is Plantar Fasciitis?
* It’s inflammation or microtears in the plantar fascia, a ligament on the bottom of your foot.
* Symptoms: Heel pain that’s worse after rest (like waking up or after sitting) and better with movement.
* recovery: About 80% of cases resolve on their own within a year. however, continued overuse can lead to chronic pain due to scar tissue formation.
What causes Plantar Fasciitis?
* Overload of the plantar fascia.
* specific triggers:
* Sudden increases in activity.
* Prolonged standing.
* Weight gain.
* Abnormal arches.
* Repetitive stress.
How to Prevent Plantar Fasciitis:
* Strengthen Foot Muscles:
* Toe curls (scrunching a towel with your toes).
* Marble pickups (using toes to grab marbles).
* Stretch:
* Calf muscles.
* Achilles tendon. (Regular stretching and massage can help prevent recurrence).
* Gradual Activity Increase: Don’t suddenly ramp up your activity level.
* Proper Footwear: Finding the right balance of support is key – not too much, not too little.
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