Plantar Fasciitis

Inflammation of the plantar fascia (APONEUROSIS) on the bottom of the foot causing heel pain. The etiology of plantar fasciitis remains controversial but is likely to involve a biomechanical imbalance. Though often presenting along with HEEL SPUR, they do not appear to be causally related.

Also Known As:

Fasciitis, Plantar; Policeman's Heel; Fasciitis, Chronic Plantar; Heel, Policeman's; Heels, Policeman's; Plantar Fasciitis, Chronic; Policeman Heel; Policeman's Heels; Policemans Heel; Chronic Plantar Fasciitis; Fasciitis, Plantar, Chronic; Heel Spur Syndrome

Musculoskeletal Diseases: 719
- Fasciitis: 554
  - Plantar Fasciitis: 697
- Foot Diseases: 125
  - Plantar Fasciitis: 697

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