Why does my heel hurt when stretching?

Asked 4 years ago

I've started following a routine of doing stretches every day. However, when I strateched out my foot I felt a burning sensation mixed with a dull ache. I don't have an old injury, so why does it hurt?

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Andre Pace

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

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Heel pain can be caused by stress imposed on the plantar fascia ligament when it is stretched irregularly, which causes inflammation and small tears.

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