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

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He’s once again sidelined because of plantar fasciitis, a lingering issue that might scare away buyers. Zack Meisel, New York Times, 9 July 2025 In fact, reviewers with plantar fasciitis praise the comfort of these sandals. Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025 Available in standard, wide, and narrow sizes, these shoes have become popular among people with flat feet, foot pain, and plantar fasciitis. Shalwah Evans, People.com, 6 July 2025 Kuru Tread Experts have previously recommended Kurus to SELF for people who deal with plantar fasciitis (a common foot condition that causes stabbing heel pain). Sara Coughlin, SELF, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for plantar fasciitis

Word History

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of plantar fasciitis was in 1940

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“Plantar fasciitis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plantar%20fasciitis. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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
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