Whether you love to work out or you have a busy schedule filled with lots of family time, experiencing new and worsening foot pain can painfully slow down your day. Fortunately, by recognizing conditions like plantar fasciitis, you can work with a foot specialist to target the problem and find relief. Here are three signs you have plantar fasciitis. 

1. The Bottom of Your Feet Hurt

Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot from your heel to your toes. As a natural shock absorber, this band of fascia helps to support the arch of your foot. Being overweight, starting a new exercise program, or standing on your feet for long periods of time can cause tiny tears to develop in the fascia, creating this painful condition. If you have plantar fasciitis, the band of tissue on the underside of your feet will start to hurt. Issues may develop slowly but can become painful enough to make it difficult to stand or walk. 

2. Stepping Out of Bed Is Difficult 

Oftentimes, plantar fasciitis is more painful when you first start walking in the morning, such as when you climb out of bed and walk to the bathroom. This aspect of plantar fasciitis is referred to as first-step pain and can make it hard to get going in the morning. 

3. Stairs Are Hard to Climb

Since the plantar fascia is one of the parts that connect the ball of your foot to the heel, certain activities, like climbing stairs, can become exceptionally painful.

Fortunately, foot specialists can help you to stretch out the fascia, alleviating some of these symptoms. Depending on how severe your condition is, foot specialists may also recommend splints, injections, or surgery to alleviate the pressure. 

If you’re struggling with any type of foot pain, turn to the team at Podiatry Associates of Rochester LLP. With two convenient locations in Rochester, NY, and foot specialists who are committed to helping every member of your family, they can help to maintain your comfort and mobility. To find out more about their services, visit their website. Give their Portland Avenue office a call at (585) 342-8700 or their Buffalo Road location a call at (585) 426-7320.