Plantar fasciitis is a common injury that causes pain in the heel and bottom of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia, a fibrous sheath that runs underneath the foot. During walking and running as you push off with your toes the plantar fascia becomes taut and helps the foot act as a lever to push up from the ground. Plantar fasciitis usually develops as a result of overuse. Pain is common over the inside of the heel and usually radiates down the inside of the sole of the foot. The pain usually occurs with weight bearing activities such as walking and is also typically present in the morning when taking the first few steps out of bed.
