Plantar fasciitis creates pain on the bottom of your foot and into the heel. Patients often describe the worst pain in the morning with the “first few steps”. This is often an overuse injury caused by repetitive strain or new activities such as a new workout routine. Some risk factors include poor ankle mobility, flat foot, poor footwear, obesity, diabetes, and tightness of the calf. There is a lot of evidence for treating plantar fasciitis including stretching, strengthening the foot & calf, manipulation of the foot, orthotics, taping, and shockwave. Your therapist will assess your condition and create a custom treatment plan using the therapies that will best suit you.