Planter Fasciits Flashcards
1
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articulating bones
A
medial calcaneal and proximal phalanges of toes
2
Q
ligaments
A
plantar fascia - inflammation of the tissue in the foot during walking and foot movement
3
Q
types of movement
A
Pronation and Supination
4
Q
mechanism of injury
A
overstretching of the sole of the foot during exercise from excessive pronation of the foot caused by forefoot vasus
5
Q
pre disposing factors
A
-obesity
-weight bearing tasks
-more common in active men between 40 and 70
-type of shoes
6
Q
rehab for injury
A
stretches to lengthen relive the stress on the plantar fascia:
-calf raises
-toe stretches
-arch stretches
Rehab time is 6-12 months
-shock wave therapy
-braces overnight
- spikes balls
7
Q
symptoms of injury
A
stabbing pain on the plantar side of your foot by the heel and arch
