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Section: CME

Foot Orthoses for the Treatment of Plantar Heel Pain: Evidence-Based Recommendations

Douglas Richie, Jr, DPM

Douglas H Richie Jr, DPM reviews the current knowledge of the cause of plantar heel pain, focusing on plantar fasciopathy as the primary pathology. He then reviews the role of foot orthotic therapy, summarizing recent results of randomized prospective trials. Finally, he presents specific guidelines for orthotic prescription and fabrication treating plantar heel pain.

For Florida podiatrists, no more than 8 hours (20% of the hours of continuing education required per biennium) of home study programs may be credited toward the licensee’s biennial continuing education requirement for license renewal. A test must be completed and passed demonstrating competency in the topic taught in order to receive credit for the course.

Completion (Credits: 1.25) CME (Credits: 1.25)

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Goals and Objectives
  1. Understand the pathomechanics of plantar fasciitis
  2. Understand the biomechanics of plantar fascia strain
  3. Recognize the strengths and weaknesses of studies of Plantar Heel Pain.
  4. Implement sound foot orthotic therapy for Plantar Heel Pain.
  • Accreditation and Designation of Credits
  • Completion (Credits: 1.25)

    This lecture has been approved for the PRESENT Residency Education Online Curriculum by the PRESENT Curriculum Committee.

    Release Date: 05/20/2020 Expiration Date: 06/24/2025

  • CME (Credits: 1.25)

    PRESENT e-Learning Systems is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. PRESENT e-Learning Systems has approved this activity for a maximum of 1.25 continuing education contact hours

    Release Date: 05/20/2020 Expiration Date: 06/24/2025

  • Author

  • Douglas Richie, Jr, DPM

    Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Biomechanics
    California School of Podiatric Medicine
    Clinical Associate Professor of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
    Western University of Health Sciences
    Past President, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine

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    Douglas Richie, Jr has nothing to disclose

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