Did you know that there are more sweat glands in your feet than any other area of your body? Also, unlike other areas of your body, your feet sweat at a consistent rate–instead of primarily in response to heat or exercise. And this moisture inevitably leads to...
Like most ailments, plantar fasciitis doesn’t care whether you’re famous. If you put too much strain on your feet and heels or cause damage to your arches, this painful condition will find you–and if you’re not careful, sideline you. Plantar fasciitis tends to...
Plantar Fasciitis is a condition that’s caused in part by a weak, unsupported fascia (the ligament that spans your heel, arch, and the ball of your foot). It should come as no surprise, then, that strengthening the arch of your foot (and surrounding muscles and...
Dealing with chronic heel pain from Plantar Fasciitis isn’t easy. And some of the treatments Google may have offered you don’t look like a walk in the park either. The side effects from potential treatments like steroids, prescription medication to reduce...
The link between Plantar Fasciitis and obesity is well established. Carrying extra weight adds extra strain to your feet, which in turn adds stress and strain to your heel and fascia. A study from 2007 found that individuals with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 25 were 1.7...
When it comes to Plantar Fasciitis, the old adage “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” rings as true as ever. And luckily, by following a few key healthy habits, it’s possible to keep Plantar Fasciitis and heel pain at bay, allowing you to stay active and...
