Tight hip flexors, especially a deep muscle called the psoas, can silently stress your spine. Here's why this muscle deserves ...

When the ligament that connects your heel and toes (plantar fascia) becomes too tight, it can cause small tears and pain. Most people who develop plantar fasciitis notice it in the morning when ...

I’ve been dealing with plantar fasciitis pain for two years—it’s the kind of injury that’s annoying enough to disrupt daily life, but not bad enough to stop you from training if you’re ...

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When you’re dealing with plantar fasciitis, one of the best things you can do is rest. But if you need to be out and about, the right shoes are the key to minimizing pain and preventing your ...

Running, walking, or hiking on an incline can also add extra strain, as can beach volleyball or other activities performed on sinking or uneven surfaces. Combining any of these factors with a job that ...

As a runner, I’ve dealt with my fair share of foot-related injuries over the years, such as the persistent pain of plantar fasciitis. To find the best slippers for plantar fasciitis, I evaluated ...