Heel Pain—Plantar Fasciitis

Publication Date: October 31, 2014
Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Recommendations

Risk Factors

Clinicians should assess the presence of limited ankle dorsiflexion range of motion, high body mass index in nonathletic individuals, running, and work-related weight-bearing activities—particularly under conditions with poor shock absorption—as risk factors for the development of heel pain/plantar fasciitis. (B)
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Overview

Title

Heel Pain—Plantar Fasciitis

Authoring Organization

American Physical Therapy Association