Do you jump out of bed in the morning only to be greeted by a stabbing pain in your heel? This could well be plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is caused by overuse of a ligament called the plantar fascia. This is one of the most common causes of foot pain and if left untreated it can turn into a persistent, long-term condition that keeps you from your normal activities.
When the plantar fascia becomes inflamed it causes a sharp heel pain and stiffness. If this occurs then the best cure for this is our Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint which contains an aluminium strip that holds your foot in a flexed position and lengthens the plantar fascia overnight. Doing this will immobilize your foot and reduce the strains while the plantar fascia heals.