Identified risk factors for<unk>  include excessive running, standing on hard surfaces for prolonged periods, high arches of the feet, the presence of a leg length inequality, and flat feet. The tendency of flat feet to excessively roll inward during walking or running makes them more susceptible to<unk> . Obesity is seen in 70% of individuals who present with<unk>  and is an independent risk factor.<unk>  is commonly a result of some biomechanical imbalance that causes an increased amount of tension placed along the<unk>  fascia. Studies consistently find a strong association between increased body mass index and<unk>  in the non-athletic population. This association between weight and<unk>  is not present in the athletic population. Achilles tendon tightness and inappropriate footwear have also been identified as significant risk factors.
Plantar fasciitis
Osteoarthritis
Diabetic sock
Heel pad syndrome
Ischemic fasciitis
Reactive arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Sprained ankle