Rationale and Comments

As the diagnosis of plantar fasciitis is in most cases evident from the worker’s history and physical examination, x-ray is not recommended for routine evaluations for plantar fasciitis except in cases where a serious underlying medical condition is suspected (e.g., fracture, infection)

Sponsoring Organizations

• American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine

Sources

• American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine guidelines

Disciplines

• Orthopedic

References

• Haas N, Beecher P, Easly M, et al. Ankle and foot disorders. In: Hegmann K, ed. Occupational Medicine Practice Guidelines. 3rd ed. Elk Grove Village, Ill: American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine; 2011. p. 1182.