Plantar Fasciitis Explained

Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition within the foot which causes stabbing, burning pain in the heel area.  Many times, people who suffer from plantar fasciitis feel the most pain early in the morning, or after any activity that involves running or jogging. You may also want to see our article on Heel Spurs

The pain that is felt with plantar fasciitis is due to swelling of a tissue which connects the heel bone to the toes.  This tissue, which is called the plantar fascia, is found on the bottom of your foot.  Overnight, or during periods of inactivity such as time spent at a desk job, the plantar fascia tissue tightens up, causing pain when a person stands up and mobilizes.  This pain is generally reduced as the person moves around.

Signs of Plantar Fasciitis

• Plantar fasciitis can occur in both feet at the same time, but generally    occurs only in one foot.
• Sharp pains in middle of bottom of heel.  The pain will feel like    stabbing.
• Worst pain is felt when stepping after lengthy immobility, including after    sleep, as well as when stretching the bottom of the foot by tip-toeing or    climbing.
• Pain is felt after exercise, but rarely during exercise, unless bottom of    foot is being stretched.
• A small amount of swelling in the heel.

Causes of Plantar Fasciitis
The pain and inflammation experienced with plantar fasciitis is caused by repetitive tearing of the plantar fascia tissue.  Some things which can cause or contribute to this tearing include:

• Overdoing physical activities, particularly running and climbing.
• Chronic conditions such as arthritis and diabetes have been shown to     increase risks of plantar fasciitis.
• Walking incorrectly or having an abnormally shaped foot.
• Wearing shoes without the proper support.

Some people are more at risk than others for developing plantar fasciitis.  As mentioned above, those with diabetes and arthritis are at risk.  Athletes, people who are flat-footed, people who are overweight, and pregnant women are all at higher risk than others.  Your job also contributes to your risk factor.  If you are a waitress, for example, who is on her feet almost her entire shift, you can be more at risk for plantar fasciitis.

Medical Care for Plantar Fasciitis
If you experience any of the signs listed above for plantar fasciitis you should seek corrective action as plantar fasciitis can become more severe as time goes buy.  Conditions which cause poor circulation can be very dangerous to your feet, and issues with the feet can be severely complicated by these conditions.

If you believe that you may have plantar fasciitis, you should not ignore the condition and hope it will go away.  Although plantar fasciitis in itself is not generally a very serious condition, if left untreated, it can develop into problems with mobility and issues with other parts of the body.

Treating Plantar Fasciitis
Treatments for this condition range from minimal home therapy to surgical procedures.  Some of the most common treatment recommendations for plantar fasciitis include:

• Wearing a Night Splint at night to hold the fascia in a stretched position.
• Supports inside your shoe to provide better pressure distribution. See    our Heel Seats
• Physical therapy and morning stretches if Heel Seats and Night Splints    are not eliminating all of the pain.

Preventing Plantar Fasciitis
Although plantar fasciitis is not a life-threatening condition, it can be annoying and troublesome, particularly if it causes you to restrict your level of motion.  Therefore, you will want to take preventative measures to keep this condition from developing.   Some preventative measures include:

• Stretching legs, ankles, and feet prior to stepping out of bed in the    morning.
• Wear shoes which provide proper support, and try not to wear high     heels.
• If participating in sports, always warm up.
• Keep in shape and at a healthy weight.

Our medically proven Heel Seats work to correct the source of Plantar Fasciitis and not cover up the symptoms. The patented acupressure bar keeps the fascia stretched all day as you walk. This constant pressure on the plantar fascia works as therapy to eliminate Plantar Fasciitis for good!

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Recent Testimonials

7/20/2009
I want to add my testimonial regarding your heel seats. I ordered them about four months ago for left heel plantar fasciitis, and the first day I used them I noticed the pain was less. By the end of the week, it was almost gone and within two weeks I had forgotten I had ever had the pain. I am so glad to be pain free in the morning when I get out of bed. In fact, I no longer massage my heel or do any stretching exercises. As far as I’m concerned, you can’t get any better relief. And the amount of money it cost is minimal compared to any other types of therapies. They are worth every penny spent and then some! I was so glad I researched and found your web site, and based on the detailed information provided and the testimonials, it was certainly worth trying, especially with your 120-day money-back guarantee. And I am so glad that I did! I highly recommend this product. In fact, I have already told a coworker about your company and have printed out the information for her to read, and after doing so, I’m sure she will order them as well. Plus I believe she will be so pleased with the results, her mother will probably become a customer as well because she also suffers with the pain. I appreciated receiving your shipment status updates and I received the product very quickly after I ordered. Your company stands by its word, and that says it all. Thank you for saving my heel!
 
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3.13.2009
Wow!  They really work!  I've suffered from Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Spurs for months and have gone to the Chiropractor, Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist and Podiatrist (who prescribed very expensive orthotics). I discovered your website and read about your HTP Heal Seats.  Only because I was desperate, I decided for $24.95 and a 120 day money back guarantee, I'd order a pair.  I was sure I'd be sending them back, but instead I hit upon a miracle! I have been wearing them for 2 weeks now, and am almost pain free.  The relief was almost instant.  I can't imagine life without my HTP's!   Your customer service is superb and I'm planning on trying some of your other products.  In fact, I think the insole would make great gifts!  Thank you!  Thank you! Linda Yacuzzi (Don't believe it? Click Here! to email this customer yourself)

3.3.2009
"I have suffered with planters fasciitis for about 2 years. I'm on my feet alot, especially at work.  I started wearing my HTP Heel Seats the same day i recieved them. I immediately felt a difference. it's been about 2 weeks now & i'm amazed at how much better my feet feel. I've tried not wearing them, but it's only a reminder of how bad my heels hurt, so i wear them all the time, even in my house slippers" Brenda Keaton (Don't believe it? Click Here! to email this customer yourself)

12/5/2008
"I ordered a pair of HTP Heel Seats for my husband, within two days his pain was gone. I would like to order another pair for him, size large. I didn't save your website, so please let me know if you need any additional information to process this order."

11/21/2008
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