Abstract:Background: Plantar fasciitis is a common painful disorder affecting the heel and plantar aspect of the foot. There are various methods of treatment like steroid injection, nonsteroid anti-inflammatory medication, iontophoresis, laser, ultrasound, ESWT, orthotic support therapy and exercise therapies. The aim of this study is to compare the effects of ultrasound therapy versus steroid injection in plantar fasciitis patients. Methods: This is a prospective study done on 60 patients. 30 patients were treated wit… Show more
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