1. What do you asses (priority)
-Pain, Pt’s general health, pervious and current injuries, Observe posture: standing/walking, arch of foot, look for fallen arches, high arch, overpronation/over supination. Palpation: inside of heel and arch, pain indicates plantar fasciitis. Range of motion: checking amount of dorsiflexion, decreased range can indicate tight calf muscles.
2. The pain from plantar fasciitis could limit the patient’s ability to walk, especially if it is left untreated and bone spurs develop on the heel.
3. Discharge teachingwould include stretching techniques that help relieve the pain, and use of orthotic devices and supportive shoes.