What is Plantar Fasciitis, and why would it be stopping a NFL quarterback from playing football?
Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of a ligamentous structure located on the bottom of the foot. It consists of a ligament extending from the heel to the toes and shares an insertion with the achilles tendon. When walking, this structure remains under stress and can become pulled or torn in individuals with a tight achilles tendon. When it hurts, it causes severe heel pain that will interfere with walking and running.
At initial presentation, pain will often not cause limitations while participating in sports, but will cause significant pain the following day. As it progresses, it hurts all the time and will limit ability to function. My recommendation for anyone suffering from heel pain (especially plantar fasciitis) is to treat it early so it doesn't keep you out of the activities you enjoy. It is treatable and should stop you from doing anything you want to do.
Dr Brandt R Gibson
Mountain West Foot & Ankle Institute
36 North 1100 East, Suite B
American Fork, UT 84003
801-756-0765
http://www.utahfootdoc.com/
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
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