Rupture of plantar fascia: Current standard of therapy

Debus, Florian; Eschbach, Daphne; Ruchholtz, Steffen; Peterlein, Christian‐Dominik

doi:10.1016/j.fas.2019.05.006

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“…Even though the plantar fascia is frequently the reason for foot pain medical consultation, such as in plantar fasciitis [6], this structure tear is rarely described in the literature [6], with the first case being reported only in 1961 [7]. Moreover, even though some cases of lateral fascicle plantar fasciitis have been described [5], we did not find any report on plantar fascia lateral fascicle rupture.…”

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“…Moreover, even though some cases of lateral fascicle plantar fasciitis have been described [5], we did not find any report on plantar fascia lateral fascicle rupture. Plantar fascia ruptures, usually pertaining to the central fascicle, can be divided into spontaneous or acute-on-chronic, with the latter being the most frequent one [6,8]. On the one hand, spontaneous ruptures usually occur in patients without any previous symptoms and present with a popping sensation, pain on the foot plantar surface, and ecchymosis [6].…”

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“…Plantar fascia ruptures, usually pertaining to the central fascicle, can be divided into spontaneous or acute-on-chronic, with the latter being the most frequent one [6,8]. On the one hand, spontaneous ruptures usually occur in patients without any previous symptoms and present with a popping sensation, pain on the foot plantar surface, and ecchymosis [6]. On the other hand, patients with acute-on-chronic ruptures usually have a history of plantar fasciitis, with many patients reporting previous corticosteroid injections, as well as milder symptoms compared to spontaneous rupture [6,8].…”

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Plantar Fascia Lateral Fascicle Rupture: How Severe Can It Be?

Correia¹,

Lopes²

2022

Cureus

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The plantar fascia is a thick and strong group of longitudinal and transverse bands of collagen-rich tissue, consisting of central, medial, and lateral fascicles. Biomechanically, the central fascicle assumes a special role in medial longitudinal foot arch preservation. However, there is scarce data on plantar fascia medial and lateral fascicles' anatomy and pathology in the literature.We report the case of a 27-year-old male professional soccer player who presented with sudden-onset, severe lateral right rearfoot pain that had started while doing linear sprinting practice. The athlete had no relevant medical history and no history of previous right foot injuries. The radiographic study of the right foot revealed no significant changes. MRI showed a high T2 signal partially interrupting the plantar fascia lateral fascicle low signal, consistent with a lateral fascicle rupture. The rehabilitation program was initiated and included pharmacological and non-pharmacological management. He experienced an extremely favorable evolution of his condition with the absence of pain and partial weight bearing in less than one week, with a full return to sports in approximately two weeks.During dynamic foot movement, the lateral fascicle seems to be less biomechanically recruited compared to the central one; however, the strain is not negligible and might be the reason for the pathology. Still, this slightly decreased strain might explain this injury's faster healing time compared to that associated with the central fascicle. Regarding the risk factors for plantar fascia ruptures, it should be kept in mind that a tear might occur even in their absence.We intend to raise awareness about the existence of plantar fascia lateral fascicle and the possibility of associated pathology, either acute or chronic. Hopefully, in the near future, plantar fascia ruptures will get significantly more attention in the literature, enabling the creation of proper management guidelines.

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Plantar Fascia Lateral Fascicle Rupture: How Severe Can It Be?

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2022

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“…Acute-on-chronic type plantar fascia rupture is often preceded by glucocorticoid injection [28], and acute rupture of plantar fascia often affects competitive or amateur athletes [29].…”

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“…It can occur in acute-on-chronic fashion in patients with pre-existing plantar fasciitis, or in acute fashion in patients without a history of plantar fasciitis. Acute-on-chronic type plantar fascia rupture is often preceded by a glucocorticoid injection [ 28 ], and acute rupture of the plantar fascia often affects competitive or amateur athletes [ 29 ].…”

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A problem-based approach in musculoskeletal ultrasonography: heel pain in adults

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Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography (US) has unique advantages such as excellent spatial resolution for superficial structures, dynamic capability, direct correlation and provocation of the symptom. In this regard, US is increasingly used to evaluate problems in small joints such as foot and ankle. However, it is almost impossible to evaluate every single anatomic structure within a limited time.Therefore, US examination can be a faster and more efficient one when the radiologists know where to look and image the patient with typical symptoms. In this review, common etiologies of heel pain will be discussed in a problem-based manner. Knowing the common pain sources and being familiar with their US findings will help the radiologist to perform an accurate and effective US examination.

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Plantar Fascia Injuries

DuBois

Wynes²

2022

Tendon and Ligament Injuries of the Foot and Ankle

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Rupture of plantar fascia: Current standard of therapy

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Plantar Fascia Lateral Fascicle Rupture: How Severe Can It Be?

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