{"id":7304,"date":"2019-08-13T11:50:01","date_gmt":"2019-08-13T15:50:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/?post_type=mpl_conditions&p=7304"},"modified":"2026-01-14T16:15:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T21:15:24","slug":"plantar-fasciitis-treatment","status":"publish","type":"mpl_conditions","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/conditions\/plantar-fasciitis-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Plantar Fasciitis"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":{"hero_headline":"Plantar fasciitis treatment, diagnosis & prescriptions","meta_description":"Suffering from plantar fasciitis? Get advice and treatment options from the comfort of your home. Talk to a doctor online now.","condition_tabs":[{"tab_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I talk to a doctor on Maple about my plantar fasciitis?","accordion_intro":"

Yes, you can. The healthcare provider will want to discuss your medical history and the symptoms or signs of plantar fasciitis you’re experiencing. They’ll also likely want to complete a physical exam before offering a plantar fasciitis diagnosis.<\/p>\n

Once you have a diagnosis for plantar fasciitis, the healthcare provider can suggest appropriate plantar fasciitis treatments, depending on the severity of your condition.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I get a prescription on Maple?","accordion_intro":"

Yes, our physicians can prescribe medications for plantar fasciitis online during your consultation. Once you accept a prescription for plantar fasciitis, you\u2019ll have the option to pick it up from any pharmacy or to have it delivered right to your door at no additional cost.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"

You can visit our\u00a0How it Works<\/a>\u00a0page to learn more.<\/p>\n","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What is plantar fasciitis?","accordion_intro":"

Plantar fasciitis is the name for inflammation of the thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot. This tissue, also known as the plantar fascia, connects the heel bone to the toes.<\/p>\n

This is one of the most common causes of heel pain, especially in middle aged people or people who are on their feet a lot.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What are the symptoms of plantar fasciitis?","accordion_intro":"

The most common symptom or sign of plantar fasciitis is a sharp stabbing pain in the heel of the foot. It can occur in one foot or in both.<\/p>\n

This pain is particularly bad during the first few steps after waking up in the morning. It may get better after a few steps are taken, or it may get worse as the day goes on.<\/p>\n

People experiencing signs of plantar fasciitis may notice that the pain worsens when climbing stairs, or after standing for an extended period of time.<\/p>\n

Pain is usually worse after exercising, rather than while performing physical activities.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What causes plantar fasciitis?","accordion_intro":"

Plantar fasciitis is caused by straining the ligament that supports the arch of your foot, which is shaped like a bowstring.<\/p>\n

When tension and stress become too strong, it can cause small tears in the ligament. Repeated tears or stretches can inflame or irritate the plantar fascia, causing plantar fasciitis.<\/p>\n

However, in many cases, the direct cause of plantar fasciitis is unknown.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"

Certain factors can increase your risk of experiencing plantar fasciitis symptoms, including:<\/p>\n