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What are the causes of plantar fasciitis? what are the causes of chronic plantar fasciitis?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Many: It isn't always clear what causes plantar fasciitis but what is commonly thought to contribute: weight, repetitive trauma to the area/overuse, poorly fitting shoes, abnormal gait(how you walk), heel spurs, or underlying degenerative changes to the hindfoot(heel area).
Answered 5/12/2016
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Overuse: Plantar fasciitis is an inflamed area along the base of the heel. Most patients with PF agree that they wore unsupportive shoes while exercising or went barefoot for a period of time, which can cause inflammation or tears in the fascia.
Answered 5/12/2016
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