In Case 002, Sole Trace investigates the notorious “drawing pin” heel pain known as Plantar Fasciitis — and reveals why it’s often not true inflammation, but a load tolerance problem (plantar fasciopathy). Follow the clues: first-step morning pain, the deceptive “warms up” phase, and the delayed next-day flare that catches runners out.

This episode rounds up the main suspects — sudden load spikes (running, walking, standing), barefoot bravado, shoe changes, calf–ankle bottlenecks, and weak links up the chain — then exposes the real motive: capacity vs demand. You’ll hear how Sole Trace cracks the case with a simple rule (judge it by the 24-hour response) and an evidence-led plan: calm the flare, use temporary support as a bridge, rebuild calf/foot strength, and return to running in controlled doses. Plus, the key red flags that mean it’s not just “fasciitis” and needs proper assessment.

Feet don’t lie. I just follow the clues.