"Recently, I decided to go for a jog after not running at all for more than [redacted] years. I did a half-marathon a couple of presidential administrations ago, so surely it would be fine? It was! Until the next morning, when I rolled out of bed, put my feet on the floor and felt a sharp pain in my heel."
"Plantar fasciitis, my old nemesis. Maybe yours, too. It's one of the most common causes of heel pain, affecting roughly 2 million people each year in the US, says Dr Lance Silverman, board-certified orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon. About 10% of people in the UK and US will experience it at some point in their lives. Even the pros fall victim to it. I don't even know if I've admitted this to my wife or not,"
Plantar fasciitis is inflammation or microtears of the plantar fascia, a thick band of fibrous tissue running from the heel to the toes that supports the foot arch. The condition commonly causes sharp heel pain, especially when first putting weight on the foot after rest. Sudden increases in activity or mileage, improper training, and repetitive weight-bearing activities commonly precipitate symptoms. About 2 million people in the US are affected annually, and roughly 10% of people in the UK and US will experience it during their lives. Professional athletes and recreational runners are also susceptible.
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