The first or big toe plays a very important role in human gait and any injury or problem affecting the big toe can lead to plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue that stretches from the front of the heel (calcaneus) to the first joint of the big toe and the flexibility of this toe plays a vital role in shock absorption and propulsion. If there is a … [Read more...] about Plantar Fasciitis and the Big Toe
Plantar Fascia
Morton’s Toe and Plantar Fasciitis
Morton's toe is the common term for a condition where the second toe appears longer than the first or big toe. Also referred to as Morton's syndrome or Long Toe, it is the 1st metatarsal (big toe bone) which is indeed shorter than the second. The smaller joint of the second toe, therefore lays ahead of the first and as such is forced to bear the weight when … [Read more...] about Morton’s Toe and Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms
What are the symptoms of Plantar fasciitis? Pain under the heel towards the middle of the foot. Many people describe this like walking on a nail or having a stone in the shoe. Often worse in the morning, due to the fascia tightening overnight or after periods of being seated. Pain eases once the foot becomes more flexible but can worsen with long periods of … [Read more...] about Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
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?
Surgeons say treat foot pain early
According to foot and ankle surgeons attending the 68th Annual Scientific Conference of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons in Las Vegas at the end of February 2010, heel and foot pain continues to be the most common reason patients seek advice and surgeons advise the best defense to keeping pain in control is early treatment. Heel pain can have many different … [Read more...] about Surgeons say treat foot pain early