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Plantar Fasciitis: Symptoms, Pains And Treatments

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Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common inflammatory conditions in Quebec. The sharp pain they cause (especially a heel pain) lead many patients to the podiatrist. It is important to understand that plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the fibrous ligament, called plantar fascia, having as a function the support of the arch of the foot. To inform us on the subject, Dr. Marilyne Langlois, podiatrist, gives us valuable information on the pain associated with plantar fasciitis. She also explains what are the good treatments to relieve them. What are the symptoms of plantar fasciitis? The main symptom is a sharp pain in the heel. It is also common to experience pain in the arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis can also be accompanied by secondary symptoms such as pain behind the heel or Achilles tendon. When are these pains felt? They appear especially in the morning, during the first steps then, will diminish or disappear after a few minutes. They can also be felt when