Abstract:Purpose: The study aimed to examine plantar fascia stiffness in individuals over and under 65 years of age, and to question the predicted effect of age and vitamin D level on plantar fascia stiffness.
Material and Methods: Forty adults were included to the study. The participants were divided into two groups as equal or above 65 years and below 65 years. Plantar fascia stiffness was evaluated using a digital hand-held myotonometer. Vitamin D levels of all participants were recorded.
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