plantar fasciitis

[ plan-ter fash-ee-ahy-tis, fas- ]

noun

1. a painful condition of the heel caused by inflammation or irritation of the plantar fascia, a tough ligament extending along the sole from the heel to the toes.

Word History and Origins

Origin of plantar fasciitis¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

Regrettably, our 10 seconds of trying to come up with a terrible fascism-themed pun involving plantar fasciitis have been wasted.

From Slate

The Dodgers also placed reliever Connor Brogdon on the injured list because of plantar fasciitis in his right foot and recalled relievers J.P.

From Los Angeles Times

Much has happened since he withdrew in the third round of the Masters in April citing plantar fasciitis — most of it off the golf course.

From Los Angeles Times

Dislocated toe, plantar fasciitis, ribs, just to mention a few.

From Los Angeles Times

LSU: Louisville transfer Hailey Van Lith, who started the Tigers’ first nine games at point guard, sat out a second straight game because of plantar fasciitis and a left wrist injury.

From Seattle Times