Some cases of plantar fasciitis can linger for months, with pain increasing and decreasing in an irregular pattern. It's not surprising that plantar fasciitis occurs frequently as the plantar fascia is not very receptive to stretching, and yet stretching occurs in the fascia nearly every time the foot hits the ground. #Plantar fasciitis is often associated with a change in activity, using worn-out shoes, individuals with flat feet and can also be those with high arches. Obesi