Let’s first look at the cause of plantar fasciitis. In simple terms it is due to the foot flattening out too much. As can be seen in the picture on...

1. A non-weightbearing cast or laser scan of the foot should be done. Weightbearing casts (often using foam boxes) and walking across a scanner hav...

Absolutely not. But if you have had repeated episodes of plantar fasciitis, have had it for more than 6 months, have tried other treatments without...

Sadly, orthotic therapy is not as well regulated as it should be. Many practitioners who provide orthotics are not well trained in orthotic therapy...

Many patients with heel pain respond well to OTC orthotics. They are often an inexpensive way to start treatment. In fact, we often recommend over-...

Not everyone with plantar fasciitis needs a custom orthotic. Some people do very well with a less expensive over-the-counter arch support. The biom...