More Plantar Fasciitis Condition Symptoms

Plantar Fascitis occurs when the band that runs along the bottom of the foot from the heel to the ball, becomes inflamed. You have a higher risk of getting plantar fascitis if you are overweight, have tight Achilles tendons, or do a lot of standing, walking or running everyday.

Description of Pain

• Plantar fascitis pain occurs on the bottom of the foot. The pain can run from the heel all the way to the ball at the front of the foot. Some people describe the pain as a sharp, pulling pain in the arch; others feel it as a dull ache in the heel bone. Usually plantar fascitis just affects one foot, not both. You may have some swelling around the heel or arch area.

Location of Pain

• The pain can start out gradually with a mild pain in the heel bone. Over time, some people feel the pain severely on the back inside part of the heel bone.

Pain Upon Pressure

• When you press on your heel or the inside arch of your foot it may feel similar to a bruise. Walking can be very painful, as you push off the front of your foot with each step.

Painful In the Morning

• Plantar fascitis pain is worse in the morning right after rising from bed. The muscles of your foot and plantar fascia band has become tighter during the night. Your foot will feel sensitive, as you start to walk on it and it stretches out again.

More Painful After Exercise

• Sitting for long periods of time will cause pain as you get up and move around again. At night the pain may feel like a dull ache. According to American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, "You're more likely to feel it after (not during) exercise."