Comparative Study of: Non-Invasive Conservative Treatments with Local Steroid Injection in the Management of Planter Fasciitis.

Background: Planter Fasciitis is an annoying and painful condition that limits function. There is pain and tenderness in the sole of the foot, mostly under the heel, with standing or walking and is considered a self limiting condition. Symptoms resolve in 80% to 90% of cases within ten months.

Vitamin d deficiency among postmenopausal women with osteoporosis.

Background: Hypovitaminosis D is widely prevalent in India and is a formidable issue especially in postmenopausal women. The study intends to estimate the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency among postmenopausal women with osteoporosis.

Methods: The study was performed at a referral teaching institute in north India between 2007 and 2009.