Plantar fasciitis is the medical term given to a painful condition affecting the plantar fascia on the underside of the foot. It is also commonly known by other names such as Policeman's foot, Policeman's heel, dogs's heel or flip flop disease. The Plantar fascia is a very thick band of connective tissue that stretches from your heel (Calcaneus) to your (metatarsals) … [Read more...] about What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Heel Bone
Similar Conditions
Not all heel pain will actually be plantar fasciitis, so it is important to seek professional help to rule out other possibilities. Fat Pad Impingement (Bruised Heel Syndrome) With fat pad impingement syndrome, pain is felt under the weight-bearing part of heel (calcaneus), due to one major or multiple minor traumatic episodes, which disrupt the soft tissues. Obese, … [Read more...] about Similar Conditions
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
Why is Plantar fasciitis called Policeman’s foot?
There are many terms for plantar fasciitis and Policeman's foot is probably the most widely used. The term Policeman's foot probably comes from the fact that Plantar fasciitis was a very common problem amongst police officers walking the beat. It can also be referred to as Policeman's Heel. Some of the other terms used are: Heel Spur - Probably one of the most … [Read more...] about Why is Plantar fasciitis called Policeman’s foot?