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Stretching for Plantar Fasciitis

Stretching plays an important role in the treatment of plantar fasciitis. Information on the internal stresses/strains of the plantar fascia under stretch is useful in enhancing knowledge on the stretch mechanisms.

Heel pain and Plantar Fasciitis that won’t resolve in a reasonable time

To help you understand the treatment pathways and options for treating heel pain and plantar fasciitis, I've summarised and enhanced a recent article on heel pain that won't resolve easily.

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Management of Plantar Fasciopathy and Plantar Heel Pain

Plantar fasciopathy (PF; aka plantar fasciitis) is a common reason for referral to orthopaedic surgeons, physical and manual therapists, podiatrists, doctors and pharmacists.

Plantar Fasciopathy

Epidemiology, Risk Factors, Diagnosis and Biomechanics

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Consideration of surgery

Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of foot pain, and although many episodes are self-limiting with short duration, 10% leave chronic symptoms. Recalcitrant cases can be managed surgically, with studies demonstrating good results in the short term but uncertainties over longer term outcomes.

Loading the Plantar Fascia

The biology behind the mechanotherapy of strength training allowing you to decide if and how this therapy is appropriate to use.

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JOURNAL OF FOOT AND ANKLE RESEARCH

The association of demographic, psychological, social and activity factors with foot health in people with plantar heel pain

HOW AND WHERE TO USE EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCKWAVE THERAPY

There is a growing evidence base demonstrating that extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) is beneficial for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, reducing pain and promoting tissue healing in the short term.

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