plantar fasciitis
noun
: inflammation of the dense fibrous band of tissue of the sole of the foot that is marked especially by heel or arch pain
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The pain in the heel, arch, and bottom of the foot associated with plantar fasciitis can be intense and debilitating.
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Tim Petrie, Dpt, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2025
Below are the most comfortable sneaker and sandal options for folks like me, endorsed by podiatrists and real people with plantar fasciitis.
—Alex Frost, Glamour, 31 Mar. 2025
Their unique designs offer comfort, stability, and support for those with plantar fasciitis, over pronation, and other conditions.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
The Mets left fielder was battling plantar fasciitis while the Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman was nursing an injured ankle.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 14 Feb. 2025
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Tim Petrie, Dpt, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2025
Below are the most comfortable sneaker and sandal options for folks like me, endorsed by podiatrists and real people with plantar fasciitis.
—Alex Frost, Glamour, 31 Mar. 2025
Their unique designs offer comfort, stability, and support for those with plantar fasciitis, over pronation, and other conditions.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
The Mets left fielder was battling plantar fasciitis while the Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman was nursing an injured ankle.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 14 Feb. 2025
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“Plantar fasciitis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plantar%20fasciitis. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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