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Heel pain and phonophoresis
Milind M Deshpande1, C B Patil
1Vivekanand General Hospital, Hubli 580029.
Journal of the Indian Medical Association
|December 3, 2010
Summary
Phonophoresis effectively treated heel pain in 25 cases using an anti-inflammatory gel. This noninvasive ultrasound therapy provided lasting relief, with no recurrence reported within a year, confirming its role in managing heel pain.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Background:
- Heel pain is a common condition affecting quality of life.
- Conservative treatments are often sought for heel pain management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of phonophoresis in treating heel pain.
- To assess the long-term effectiveness of this noninvasive therapeutic approach.
Main Methods:
- A review of 25 cases of heel pain treated with phonophoresis.
- Ultrasound waves were utilized to deliver a specific anti-inflammatory gel (flufenamic acid, salicylic acid, mucopolysaccharide polysulphate) to the affected area.
Main Results:
- Complete resolution of heel pain was observed in all 25 cases.
- Sustained pain relief was noted for up to one year post-treatment without recurrence.
Conclusions:
- Phonophoresis demonstrates a definitive role in the conservative management of heel pain.
- This noninvasive ultrasound-guided drug delivery method offers a promising treatment option for heel pain.
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