musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Etiology of Plantar Fasciitis
Recognized causes of plantar fasciitis include shortening or contracture of the Achilles tendon and plantar fascia. Risk factors for such shortening include a sedentary lifestyle, occupations requiring sitting, very high or low arches in the feet, and chronic wearing of high-heel shoes. The disorder is also common among runners and dancers and may occur in people whose occupations involve standing or walking on hard surfaces for prolonged periods. Disorders that may be associated with plantar fasciitis are Obesity , 