How will my doctor examine me for plantar fasciitis?

Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine

If you have plantar fasciitis, your doctor can diagnose this process clinically by reproducing your pain by applying pressure to this region with a fingertip (no additional imaging or tests are needed). Plantar fasciitis is caused by inflammation of the adjoining tissues on the bottom (plantar surface) of your foot. This pain is localized in front of the calcaneal (heel) bone, in the region between your heel and the arch of your foot.

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Plantar Fasciitis

If you feel sharp heel pain, you may have plantar fasciitis. It's common among older people and especially among athletes. Plantar fasciitis develops when ligaments that support the arch become strained and the pain and stiffness gets progressively worse. Rest, ice, stretching and pain relievers all help, but you may also need a new pair of running shoes.

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