Frequency of plantar fasciitis among physiotherapists in Lahore

Abstract

Background: Plantar fasciitis is known as burning and aching plantar heel pain. It results from inflammation or irritation of plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue responsible for supporting the foot’s arche and absorbing shock during movement. Objective: To assess how common plantar fasciitis is among physiotherapists in Lahore. Method: The total of 64 physiotherapists aged between 25-50 years was included with plantar fasciitis pain. A plantar fasciitis pain scale questionnaire administered among physiotherapists and performed a windlass test. SPSS version 24.0 software was utilized for data analysis. Results: The findings revealed that approximately 19% of the physiotherapists of Lahore suffered from plantar fasciitis. Of the population suffering from pain about 11(17.2%) have little pain, 10 (15.6%) have moderate pain and 3(4.7%) have severe pain. In which 33(51.6%) have pain withstanding for a prolonged time. And about 45 (70.3%) have not been suffering because of wearing appropriate shoes and maintaining proper posture. Conclusion: Physiotherapists may develop plantar fasciitis throughout their life and the intensity of pain can vary depending upon standing hours, and shoe wear.