Effect of the silicone heel pad on plantar fasciitis.

Objective: To evaluate the effect of silicone heel pad in the management of pain in plantar fasciitis patients.

Methods: The descriptive case series study was conducted at Hope Rehabilitation Centre, Lahore, from March 1 to September 30, 2013, and comprised patients aged > 18 years with symptomatic plantar fasciitis who were treated with silicone heel pad. All patients were assessed at one month and six months for pain relief measured on % Maximum Total Pain Relief and Pain Intensity Difference percentage scales.