It connects the bones in your foot together and forms the arch on the bottom of your foot. Think of your plantar fascia like a thick, stretchy rubber band. Plantar fasciitis is extremely common, and it is estimated that approximately 1 in 10 people will develop the painful condition at some point in their life.
To be clear, it’s certainly not a city-specific ailment. “Walking pretty much everywhere definitely predisposes people to the condition, but poorly-fitted shoes, standing desks without proper support, as well a person’s foot type in general all play a role.” “Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common complaints that I see in the office,” says New York City-based podiatrist Diana Levin Valencia, DPM. Ever felt a dull, constant ache in your arch after a long day on your feet or a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel with every step? Well, you’re not alone.
