Approximately 1 in 10 people will develop plantar fasciitis at some time during their lifetime. As we get older, the likelyhood of getting the condition increases. So why is age a factor with plantar fasciitis? The most common age for developing plantar fasciitis is 40 – 60 years old. As we age, the plantar fascia becomes weaker, and the fatty heel pad that protects the bones of the foot becomes thinner. This leads to increased risks of developing foot pain, and associated ailments such as plantar fasciitis. We will now look deeper into the reasons for age related plantar fasciitis being so common, and what you can do to reduce…
