Plantar Fasciitis Flashcards
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What is plantar fasciitis?
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Inflammation of the plantar fascia of the foot
Most common cause of heel pain
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Risk factors of plantar fasciitis
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Anatomical factors - high arches, excessive pronation Weak plantar flexors Prolonged standing Obesity Unsupportive footwear
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Q
Clinical features of plantar fasciitis
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Sharp pain across plantar part of foot
Felt most severely in heel
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Q
Investigations for suspected plantar fasciitis
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Clinical diagnosis
X-ray
- to exclude bony injury
- assess for plantar heel spur
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Q
Management of plantar fasciitis
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Activity moderation
Regular pain medication (NSAIDs)
Corticosteroid injections
