What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes.
Cause
Plantar fascia is in the shape of a bowstring, supporting the arch of your foot and absorbing shock when you walk. If tension and stress on this bowstring become too great, small tears can occur in the fascia. Repeated stretching and tearing can irritate or inflame the fascia, although the cause remains unclear in many cases of plantar fasciitis.
Some of the risk factors that can cause it are:
Age – Plantar fasciitis is most common between the ages of 40 and 60.
Certain types of exercise – Activities that place a lot of stress on your heel and attached tissue can contribute to the onset of plantar fasciitis.
Foot mechanics – Flat feet, a high arch or even an abnormal pattern of walking can affect the way weight is distributed when you are standing and can put added stress on the plantar fascia.
Obesity– Excess pounds put extra stress on your plantar fascia.
Occupations that keep you on your feet – Health professionals, Airlines Crew, factory workers, teachers, salespersons, athletes and others who spend most of their work hours walking or standing.
Treatment & Precautions
Home treatments like rest, icing, and using braces and anti-inflammatory medications are often the first methods to treat plantar fasciitis. Physical therapy is a key part of treatment for plantar fasciitis.
Treatment can be avoided if you take precautions because ‘precaution is better than cure’. By making a few lifestyles changes you can avoid the occurrence of this ailment. Keeping a check on your weight and regular exercise avoids obesity which can be one of the causes of it. People with flat feet, a hight arch or even an abnormal pattern of feet should take care of their feet by wearing supportive footwear, which are easily accessible at Karen.
karen sandals provide targeted relief to the areas most affected by plantar fasciitis, ultimately helping to reduce the symptoms and pain that come with the condition. Karen sandals provide support to the plantar arch, which means that your plantar fascia and related tissues don’t have to strain and work so hard. Additionally, the elastomer mid-sole in Karen massage sandals absorbs shock to reduce and relieve the pain of plantar fasciitis.
