Plantafasciitis

The plantar fascia is a thick fibrous band of connective tissue originating on the bottom surface of the heel bone. It is commonly associated with a long period of weight bearing down on the heel. Thesymptoms commonly recognized among those sufferingfrom plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the area and swollen soles and severe pain.

Hallux valgus treatment

• The plantar fascia is up to 90 percent curable in the case of early detection. Inthe early stages, it can mostly be treated by taking a one-two week rest, anti-inflammatory agents and stretching. Injection of corticosteroids and surgery is another option in refractory cases.