Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition which is characterised by pain in the bottom of the heel and foot region. It is a result of irritation/inflammation of the plantar facia, a thick fibrous band which provides stability to the arches in your foot during tasks like walking and running. Plantar fasciitis is often very…
Shin splints is a general term used to describe pain that arises over the inside border of the shin. It is a common complaint for runners or running-based athletes, however there can be multiple causes for pain in this area, making proper assessment and diagnosis imperative. Potential sources of pain: Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome: – …
Achilles Tendinopathy The achilles tendon joins your calf muscle to your heel bone. During running the calf and achilles complex does a majority of the work. This means it has to withstand very large amounts of force and as a result, the achilles tendon can be often overused. This can lead to achilles tendinopathy,…