What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar Fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is the name given to the inflamed condition of the thick connective tissue (a ligament) called the "plantar fascia" that supports the arch of your foot.

The Plantar Fascia attaches to the heel bone and then splits into several thinner bands, as it reaches towards the toes.

Causes of Plantar Fasciitis

Strain and stress to this band of fibrous tissue can be caused by sudden changes in weight bearing motions during sports activities, a weak flat foot, abnormal pronated conformation, wearing shoes with little or no arch support, extended hours of standing on a hard floors and being obese.

For many people, the condition is worse in the morning, when they first get out of bed and try to stand up. During the night your foot and ankle relax and the plantar fascia shortens a bit, so when you try to stand up and put weight on your feet...the inflamed tissues doesn't stretch very much and you feel the pain.

Prolotex™ FIR Socks help reduce pain and inflammation.

Just by wearing the Infrared Socks your pain and suffering will be eased. And... good news... you can wear these socks at night, too.

Prolotex™ plantar fasciitis support socks are an invasive treatment and certainly a safe, effective solution for your foot pain. The Infrared energy waves emitted from the socks are very effective at reducing inflammation and aids in the healing and restoration of the plantar fascia ligament fibers.

Depending on the severity of the inflammation, healing and tissue restoration may take longer. Prolotex™ Far Infrared Socks do help to speed up this healing process and get you back in action faster than not wearing them.

Prolotex™ FIR Energy Socks are classy enough to wear like dress socks and supportive enough to use during your sports activities.

Tips To Treat Plantar Fasciitis: Rest your feet - especially at the initial stages of the condition. If the pain is severe in the beginning, ice packs will help to reduce initial swelling. Gentle stretching and strengthening exercises will help to increase flexibility. Wear Prolotex™ Far Infrared Socks to stimulate cellular activities for damaged tissue repair itself. Your doctor may suggest orthotic foot beds to help support the foot. Drink plenty of fresh water to aid the circulatory system. Reduce your sugar and alcohol intake. Wear a fresh, clean pair of Prolotex™ Far Infrared Socks every day, to help improve the circulation in your feet.