Flip-flop season is here, and so is your risk for plantar fasciitis. Here’s what causes it, how to prevent it, and how to treat the foot pain. Accessibility statement Skip to main content ...

When the plantar fascia, a ligament at the bottom of the foot, is overused, it can cause inflammation, pain, micro tears and tight muscles, impacting how one walks or runs.

Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It is a wear-and-tear condition that affects the fascia (large ligament) that runs from your heel to the base of ...