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Why do I get a sharp stabbing pain directly under my heel bone when I step down?

Why do I get a sharp stabbing pain directly under my heel bone when I step down?

1. Introduction The sharp, stabbing pain localized directly under your heel bone when you step down is a classic hallmark of plantar fasciitis. This condition occurs when the thick, fibrous band of connective tissue running along the bottom of your foot, known as the plantar fascia, becomes mechanically overloaded and inflamed at the exact point … Read more

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