Abstract:Background. Prevalence of plantar fasciitis is increased in type 2 diabetes. This study was aimed at assessing the correlates of ultrasonographic and elastosonographic parameters in plantar fascia (PF) individuals with type 2 diabetes encompassing various degrees of complications. Methods. This cross-sectional study included 98 patients with type 2 diabetes. Thickness of PF was assessed by ultrasonography, whereas elasticity of hard tissue (Elx-Hrd) at PF insertion and course and the subcutaneous-to-insertiona… Show more
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