Sunday, 5 April 2026

Plantar fasciitis

For the last five or so weeks I've noticed pain in my left sole. The physio confirmed my suspicion that it's likely to be plantar fasciitis. Unfortunately this has an uncertain origin and more uncertain timecourse of healing! I'm aware of perpetually tight calf and hamstring muscles on that side, which may well be a predisposing factor.

Walking doesn't seem to irritate my foot so I've been off on walks of various lengths to keep my legs moving. It's well recognised that connective tissues heal best with a non-damaging degree of load and hopefully the walks, with occasional slow jogs will provide a suitable load.

I've not been on any new rights of way as I'm conserving fuel (whilst Israel and America bomb Iran) and aren't keen enough to catch the bus out of town.

Looking east, past the OS trig point towards the plantation
Sunrise over the trig point at Oxstones

Today I had the opportunity to be at Oxstones for Easter Sunday sunrise. I'm sure I was the only person on that part of the fell and was lucky enough to spot a few Easter bunnies.