Plantar Fasciitis, A Real Pain In The Foot!

The plantar fascia is a ligament that runs along the bottom of the foot. The ligament is a thick band of tissue that extends from the bottom of the heel bone (calcaneus) to the base of the toes. The plantar fascia is made of thick, fibrous connective tissue that is able to stretch slightly. The primary function of the plantar fascia is to support the arch of the foot and facilitate