Plantar fasciopathy—looking beyond the obvious? A case report

Abstract Background The biggest challenge in treating this diagnosis is the lack of literature focusing on regional interdependence. current suggests a narrow and localized approach targeting plantar fascia ankle/foot complex. available conservative treatment focused utilizing various inflammatory modalities such as injections extracorporeal shockwave therapy. surgical targets Baxter’s nerve decompression techniques releases to gastrocnemius fascia. article focuses manual therapy lumbosacral spine In addition, neurodynamic flossing targeted lateral mobility. Case presentation patient 54-year-old African American female seen for right heel pain at Texas’s outpatient orthopedic physical clinic. had fasciopathy with negative Windlass testing. was provided interventions improve weight-bearing patterns overall functional outcomes. Conclusion improved symptoms pain. showed outcomes approach.