9 Mistakes That Can Cause Plantar Fasciitis Flareups

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      Mayo Clinic: “Plantar fasciitis”
    
      Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: "Can Diet Help with Inflammation?"

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To prevent plantar fasciitis flareups, make sure you don't bounce when you stretch.

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The plantar fascia is a bowstring-shaped band of tissue that extends from the heel to the ball of the foot, supporting the arch of your foot and absorbing shock, per the Mayo Clinic. Over time, strain and stress from overuse (like long-distance running) or faulty foot mechanics (like flat feet) can damage the plantar fascia, causing small tears that result in inflammation and pain.

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      Mayo Clinic: “Plantar fasciitis”
    
      Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: "Can Diet Help with Inflammation?"