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• Published Subscription Original Research 5 Feb 2025

  Correlation Analysis of Gastrocnemius Tightness and Heel Pain Severity: A Study on Plantar Fasciitis

  By Amit Dwivedi, Abhishek Malik, Aditya Singh, G. Rakesh Kumar

  Abstract: Background: Plantar fasciitis, a common source of heel pain, is frequently linked to tightness in the gastrocnemius (GCN) muscle. This study seeks to examine the relationship between GCN tightness and the severity of heel pain in plantar fasciitis patients over time, investigating the potential role of muscle flexibility in alleviating pain. Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted with 74 patients aged 25–65 diagnosed with P. fasciitis at Santosh Hospital, …

  Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 57–64 Read article →