Plantar Fascitis Injection Technique

Description

This video tutorial provides a step-by-step demonstration of the injection technique for treating plantar fasciitis, a common condition characterized by heel pain, particularly severe in the morning. The speaker outlines the clinical features of plantar fasciitis and mentions that most cases resolve with conservative treatments like painkillers and exercises, although some patients may require corticosteroid or platelet-rich plasma injections. The video focuses on the medial approach for the injection, emphasizing patient comfort by using a smaller gauge needle and avoiding painful areas like the thick skin on the sole of the foot. The speaker discusses identifying the injection site using anatomical landmarks and highlights the importance of combining injections with lifestyle modifications and specific exercises, such as heel drop exercises, to ensure effective treatment outcomes. Viewers are encouraged to engage with the content by liking the video and subscribing to the channel for more health-related demonstrations.

DOI: 10.1302/3114-210763

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