Algal blooms have become more noticeable in Ohioâs lakes, streams and rivers during the last few years. Although most blooms are green algae and not harmful, there are some that are actually a type of cyanobacteria that have the ability to produce toxins â called harmful algal blooms (HABs).
388 Followers. A. Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the thick, fibrous band of tissue (''fascia'') that reaches from the heel to the toes, supporting the muscles and arch of the foot. When the plantar fascia is overly stretched, tiny tears can occur in its surface, causing inflammation and pain.. Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the thick, fibrous band of tissue (''fascia'') that reaches from the heel to the toes, supporting the muscles and arch of the foot.
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is a condition which causes heel and arch pain. Plantar fasciitis pain can be traced to inflammation on the bottom of the foot. Plantar fasciitis, which you may also have heard called Heel Spur Syndrome, is basically just an inflammation of the connective tissue in the foot. That connective tissue is the plantar fascia. It runs from the base of the toes, across the arch of the foot, and inserts into the heel bone.