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Plantar fasciitis, also known as “heel spur” because of the bony protrusion easily seen on X-ray examinations, is a common occurrence, not always easy to diagnose. This syndrome can be associated with pain after extensive walking or prolonged stand-in position and can worsen as the plantar fascia elongates. Heel spur is normally detected using several diagnostic tests such as X-rays, MRI and CT scans. This injury usually responds well to conservative, non-surgical treatment, and can therefore be treated with rest, so as to allow the inflammation to subside. If conservative treatment fails, surgery may be necessary. Surgical techniques include release of the plantar fascia and removal of the spur, if needed.
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Gli autori S. Ferranti, G. Picuti, S. Musiello, P. Mattei, M. Berloco, L. Pasotti, A. Farneti, L. Pennacchi, M. Breccia e C. Farneti dichiarano di non avere alcun conflitto di interesse.
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Ferranti, S., Picuti, G., Musiello, S. et al. Trattamento della spina calcaneare. LO SCALPELLO 30, 178–180 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11639-016-0184-6
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