Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar  fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) 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  (plantar fascia).  Plantar fasciitis commonly causes stabbing pain that  usually occurs with your first steps in the morning. As you get up and  move more, the pain normally decreases, but it might return after long  periods of standing or after rising from sitting.  Plantar fasciitis is  more common in runners. In addition, people who are overweight and those  who wear shoes with inadequate support have an increased risk of  plantar fasciitis. 

Symptoms 

Plantar  fasciitis typically causes a stabbing pain in the bottom of your foot  near the heel. The pain is usually the worst with the first few steps  after awakening, although it can also be triggered by long periods of  standing or rising from sitting. The pain is usually worse after  exercise, not during it.

Causes 

Under  normal circumstances, your plantar fascia acts like a shock-absorbing  bowstring, supporting the arch in your foot. If tension and stress on  that bowstring become too great, small tears can arise in the fascia.  Repetitive stretching and tearing can cause the fascia to become  irritated or inflamed, though in many cases of plantar fasciitis, the  cause isn't clear.

TheraSoles Therapeutic Massaging  insoles provide comfort while the pumping action provides relief from plantar pain. 

■ Fluid action stimulates healing blood flow massaging your feet while absorbing impact and distributing weight evenly

■ Redistributes body weight to eliminate pain, pressure, and fatigue leading to Plantar Fasciitis.

■ Absorbs the shock of everyday standing, walking, and working on hard surfaces.

■ Reduces inflammation by increasing circulation.

■ Stretches and releases the tension caused by improper foot alignment.