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When weight bearing on the heel causes extreme discomfort, you may be suffering from "heel pain syndrome," which is caused by repetitive impact on a specific area of the foot, or you may have plantar fasciitis, caused by an inflammation of the plantar fascia, the ligaments that run along the bottom of the foot. When the plantar fasciia are overstretched and pull away from the heel, a heel spur, or abnormal growth of the heel bone, may also develop.
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Heel pain syndrome may be relieved by wearing shoes that provide greater shock absorption in the heel area and a slightly elevated heel to transfer pressure from the heel. Z-CoiL® footwear provides both. If you are suffering from plantar fasciitis or heel spurs, the Z-Orthotic™ supports the longitudinal arch, which helps to prevent over-stretching of the plantar fascia.
