Overview The elastic covering on the sole of the foot--the plantar fascia--runs the length of the foot and holds up the arch. When this shock-absorbing pad becomes inflamed, this is called plantar fasciitis, causing a dull ache along the l…

Overview This issue is actually characterized with a progressive flattening or even falling of the arch. It is actually often referred to as posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) and will be also becoming an even more generally acknow…

Overview Fallen arches, also known as flat feet or pes planus, may be present at birth or develop later in life. The midfoot normally exhibits a slight arch, keeping this region raised during walking. Absence of the normal arch causes flat…

Overview Flat feet and fallen arches are terms used to describe lowering of the long inner arch of the foot. In the past, we thought that flat feet were a sign of a poorly developed or poorly structured foot. Now we know that people with f…

Overview Your Achilles tendon will be a large band involving tissue in the back of your ankle. This connects your own calf muscles for your heel bone. Your tendon assists a person point your current foot downward, rise on your toes, and pu…