Plantar fasciitis pain

For something relatively small in size, feet have a giant task—keeping us upright and mobile! We’ve got 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments in each foot. They all work together to help us perform every movement with precision. Even a small twinge or an ache in the foot can throw off our mobility.

It Starts In The Heel

The plantar fascia is the ligament in the sole of the foot that runs from the heel to the toes, and it controls the foot’s arch movement. When the fascia is pulled or stretched, the first thing you may feel is either a dull or sharp ache in the heel. This pain can travel up the ligament and spread through the foot.

When you sleep, the plantar fascia ligament tightens and contracts to its proper position. If you have plantar fasciitis, you’ll feel foot pain intensely with your first steps of the day, as the foot muscles stretch and irritate the ligament after several hours of non-use.

Prevention Is Best

Plantar fasciitis pain is very common, but you may be one of the lucky ones who never feels that initial twinge in the heel. To help ensure that your feet remain healthy and pain-free, there are two important steps to take:

1. Wear comfortable, well-fitting shoes — Sure, every once in a while you may want or have to wear shoes that are seemingly designed to hurt your feet. To help prevent plantar fasciitis, make a concerted effort to wear shoes that provide proper heel and arch support, and that aren’t too small or too large/wide.
2. Get the right foundation with orthotic inserts — Orthera’s biomechanically engineered orthotics promote proper alignment and support. As effective as custom inserts, but available for a fraction of the cost, Orthera’s Dress and Active options, at $29.99 a pair, offer wiggle-free reinforcement for most footwear styles, from heels to running shoes.

Doctors recommend orthotic inserts to help prevent the start of plantar fasciitis. Working with podiatrists and world-class athletes, Orthera’s engineers use the highest-quality, long-lasting materials that consistently out-perform other similar brands. Made in California, Orthera inserts are designed to give you the support you need to eliminate plantar fasciitis pain.

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