bone, joint, and muscle disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Diagnosis of Plantar Fasciitis
A doctor's examination of the foot Sometimes x-rays The doctor may make the diagnosis of plantar fasciitis by examining the foot. The diagnosis is confirmed if people have tenderness where the plantar fascia enters the heel bone. X-rays may show a heel spur protruding from the bottom front edge of the heel bone. However, people with plantar fasciitis often do not have heel spurs, and most people who Other diagnostic tests, such as Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) (MRI), may be done if doctors suspect the person's fascia is torn. 