Osteopathic Approach to Plantar Fasciitis

In this lecture, Dr. Karen Snider will escribe and administer the osteopathic manipulative treatment approach to the management of the plantar fasciitis patient.

Learning Objectives

1. Define plantar fasciitis
2. Explain the pathophysiology including the etiology, epidemiology, and risk factors of plantar fasciitis
3. Discuss the clinical manifestations and the physical examination findings of plantar fasciitis
4. Describe and administer the osteopathic manipulative treatment approach to the management of the plantar fasciitis patient and discuss the treatment goals of the various types of techniques
5. Identify measures to prevent progression or recurrence of plantar fasciitis

Accreditation Statement:
Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.  MAOPS designates this program for a maximum of 1.25 AOA Category 1-A CME credits, and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation.

Grievance Policy:
All grievances should be in writing and should specify the nature of the grievance.  Initially, all grievances should be directed to MAOPS Executive Director, who will then forward said grievance to the Education & Convention Committee.  All grievances will receive an initial response in writing within 30 days of receipt.  If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, then they can then submit a complaint in writing to the Bureau of Osteopathic Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.