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Review
. 1999 Apr;66(4):231-5.
doi: 10.3949/ccjm.66.4.231.

Diagnosing and treating plantar fasciitis: a conservative approach to plantar heel pain

C L Tisdel  1 , B G Donley, J J Sferra
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Review

Diagnosing and treating plantar fasciitis: a conservative approach to plantar heel pain

C L Tisdel et al. Cleve Clin J Med. 1999 Apr.
Free article

Abstract

Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of pain at the weight-bearing surface of the heel, and may coexist with other sources of heel pain. This has led to a confusing array of treatment strategies, including surgery. We offer a simple, effective diagnostic and treatment algorithm that emphasizes nonsurgical treatment options for this often frustrating condition.

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