Authors : Mahima Sharma; Reena Arora; Lalit Arora; Amarjeet Singh; Harsh Bansal; Tanishq Monga

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 6 - June

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Abstract : Background: Plantar Fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, most often due to weight-bearing, standing occupations, and heel injuries. However, evidence regarding the comparative effect of myofascial release with conventional physiotherapy on pain, disease severity and functional disability remains limited.  Objective: To compare the effectiveness of myofascial release combined with conventional physiotherapy versus conventional physiotherapy alone on pain, disease severity and functional disability in patients with plantar fasciitis.  Design: Randomized Controlled Trial.  Setting: OPD of University College of Physiotherapy, Faridkot.

Keywords : Myofascial Release; Plantar Fasciitis; Stretching

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