The causes of Plantar fasciitis or policeman's foot as it is more commonly known, are many and varied. Indeed there are other conditions of the foot which can easily be mistaken for plantar fasciitis. A common misconception is that plantar fasciitis is caused by heel spurs. Heel spurs may indeed be present but if anything, they are secondary to the plantar condition. As … [Read more...] about Causes of Plantar Fasciitis
Common Misconception
About Heel Spurs
A common misconception is that plantar faciitis or policeman's heel is caused by a heel spur. A heel spur is a hook of bone that can form under the heel bone (calcaneus) where the plantar fascia and other muscles of the foot attach. It can be seen by x.ray and sometimes palpated (felt) through the foot. Although associated with plantar faciitis, they are not always … [Read more...] about About Heel Spurs