plantar fasciitis

noun

: inflammation of the dense fibrous band of tissue of the sole of the foot that is marked especially by heel or arch pain

Examples of plantar fasciitis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And Hoka’s Kaha 2 boot is a perfect pair for hikers with plantar fasciitis, thanks to its thick cushioning. —Sara Coughlin, SELF, 2 Dec. 2024

But hidden in between Orlando’s win streak, Jalen Suggs’ career-high 31 points and the awaited return of Wendell Carter Jr. who had missed 12 games with foot plantar fasciitis, there was another critical development at Kia Center. —Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 28 Nov. 2024

Anthony Davis is battling plantar fasciitis, an injury that has bothered him since last season. —Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 22 Nov. 2024

And Correa is working his way back from right plantar fasciitis, an issue that has sidelined him the entire second half. —Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 16 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

plantar fasciitis

noun

: inflammation involving the plantar fascia of the foot especially in the area of its attachment to the calcaneus that is marked especially by heel or arch pain