Atrophy of the Fat Pad

Atrophy of the Fat Pad, also known as Fat Pad Syndrome or Plantar Fat Pad Atrophy is a condition that affects the fat pads either at the ball of the foot or the foot heel. Protected by the cushioning pad on the sole of the foot, Atrophy of the Fat Pad refers to this pad breaking down, leaving the ball/heel of your foot and the bones found there unprotected from the impact of walking, running and standing.