Authors :
Subramani. T.; Kavith. K.; Usha Nandhini. M.
Volume/Issue :
Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 1 - January
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10538131
Abstract :
BACKGROUND: Plantar fasciitis is a heel pain common
in middle-aged persons due to inflammation of the
plantar fascia. The calcification at the fascia's connection
to the calcaneus is the result of recurrent microtrauma.
It is imperative to intervene early. To manage the illness,
physiotherapy is crucial, involving foam roller stretching
and phonophoresis. The combination therapy known as
phonophoresis combines workouts aimed at
strengthening muscles and employs ultrasound to deliver
medicines into tissues.
OUTCOME MEASURES: The Foot Function Index and
Visual Analog Scale were used to assess pain severity and
impact on duties and activities. A score of 10 indicated
extreme pain or inability to function. Participants rated
their pain on both scales.
METHODOLOGY: This study was conducted at
Thangam Physiotherapy clinic in Perambalur, India, for
3 weeks. The population included patients aged 30 to 45
with plantar fasciitis for two months, free from
psychological depression, and well-organized. 15 patients
were selected and assessed using an ultrasound
apparatus, diclofenal diethylamine, and Aquasonic gel.
PROCEDURE: The patient had phonophoresis, which is
a continuous, ten-minute process that uses aquasonic gel
and diclofenal diethylamine. The instructions given to
the participants involved standing with the afflicted foot
on a foam roller and pressing down on the roller until
they experienced discomfort. In order to strengthen the
feet and ankles, intrinsic foot workouts were carried out,
such as toe curls and extensions.
RESULT: A three-week therapy trial for plantar fasciitis
revealed a statistically significant difference in the
patients' discomfort and function, indicating that these
therapies can successfully lessen pain and enhance ankle
joint function.
CONCLUSION: Patients with plantar fasciitis who
received intrinsic foot exercises, foam roller stretching,
and phonophoresis showed considerable improvements
in function and pain reduction.
BACKGROUND: Plantar fasciitis is a heel pain common
in middle-aged persons due to inflammation of the
plantar fascia. The calcification at the fascia's connection
to the calcaneus is the result of recurrent microtrauma.
It is imperative to intervene early. To manage the illness,
physiotherapy is crucial, involving foam roller stretching
and phonophoresis. The combination therapy known as
phonophoresis combines workouts aimed at
strengthening muscles and employs ultrasound to deliver
medicines into tissues.
OUTCOME MEASURES: The Foot Function Index and
Visual Analog Scale were used to assess pain severity and
impact on duties and activities. A score of 10 indicated
extreme pain or inability to function. Participants rated
their pain on both scales.
METHODOLOGY: This study was conducted at
Thangam Physiotherapy clinic in Perambalur, India, for
3 weeks. The population included patients aged 30 to 45
with plantar fasciitis for two months, free from
psychological depression, and well-organized. 15 patients
were selected and assessed using an ultrasound
apparatus, diclofenal diethylamine, and Aquasonic gel.
PROCEDURE: The patient had phonophoresis, which is
a continuous, ten-minute process that uses aquasonic gel
and diclofenal diethylamine. The instructions given to
the participants involved standing with the afflicted foot
on a foam roller and pressing down on the roller until
they experienced discomfort. In order to strengthen the
feet and ankles, intrinsic foot workouts were carried out,
such as toe curls and extensions.
RESULT: A three-week therapy trial for plantar fasciitis
revealed a statistically significant difference in the
patients' discomfort and function, indicating that these
therapies can successfully lessen pain and enhance ankle
joint function.
CONCLUSION: Patients with plantar fasciitis who
received intrinsic foot exercises, foam roller stretching,
and phonophoresis showed considerable improvements
in function and pain reduction.
