Knee, Leg & Joint
Plantar Fasciitis
Symptoms, causes, and how Clearway specialists diagnose and treat plantar fasciitis.
Overview
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is irritation of the thick band of tissue along the bottom of the foot, causing stabbing heel pain - typically worst with the first steps in the morning.
Common symptoms
Sharp heel pain with the first steps of the day
Pain after long standing or after rest
Heel tenderness
Pain that eases as the foot warms up, then returns
What causes it
Overuse and repetitive impact
Foot mechanics (flat feet or high arches)
Tight calf muscles and unsupportive footwear
How Clearway can help
Your care begins with a careful evaluation - history, examination, and imaging review - to confirm the source of your pain. From there, your specialist builds a plan that may include targeted interventional procedures, physical therapy, and coordinated medication management.
Joint Injectionsfor knee, hip, and joint arthritis
Platelet Rich Plasma Therapysupports natural tissue repair
Custom Foot Orthoticscorrects mechanics from the ground up
This page is educational and is not a substitute for medical advice. If your pain is severe, sudden, or accompanied by loss of bladder or bowel control, seek urgent medical care.