by Chamith Abeyratne What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis (sometimes more broadly termed “plantar heel pain” or “plantar fasciopathy”) involves damage — often micro-tears and degenerative changes — to a thick band of tissue (the plantar fascia ) that runs along the bottom of the foot, connecting the heel bone (calcaneus) to the base of the toes. This tissue supports the arch of the foot and absorbs shock when walking. Although “-itis” suggests inflammation, modern stu