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Plantar Fasciitis.

Thomas Trojian¹, Alicia K Tucker¹

¹Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA.

American Family Physician

|June 14, 2019

Summary

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Plantar fasciitis, often termed plantar fasciopathy, affects many individuals. While typically diagnosed clinically, persistent pain may warrant imaging, and most cases resolve with conservative treatment within a year.

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Orthopedics
Sports Medicine
Podiatry

Background:

Plantar fasciitis affects approximately 10% of the population, presenting as heel pain.
The condition is characterized by stabbing pain, worse in the morning and at day's end.
Risk factors include reduced ankle mobility, obesity, and prolonged standing.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive overview of plantar fasciitis diagnosis and management.
To discuss current treatment strategies and their efficacy.
To highlight diagnostic criteria and when advanced interventions may be considered.

Main Methods:

Clinical diagnosis based on patient history and physical examination.
Review of common diagnostic tools like ultrasonography for persistent cases.
Evaluation of various treatment modalities, from conservative care to surgical options.

Main Results:

Plantar fasciitis is primarily a clinical diagnosis with characteristic pain patterns.
Conservative treatments like stretching and NSAIDs are initial steps.
Many patients (80%) improve within 12 months with appropriate care.
Some treatments lack evidence beyond placebo; recalcitrant cases may need advanced therapies.

Conclusions:

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition manageable with conservative treatment for most patients.
Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment are crucial for effective outcomes.
Further research is needed for advanced treatments in recalcitrant cases.