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Q: What is the medical term meaning over stretching or tearing of the dense sheet of fascia that supports the arch of the foot?
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Plantar fasciitis is the condition of overstretching or tearing of the dense sheet of tissue that supports the arch of the foot. It is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It can be treated with medication, physical therapy, or surgery.


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