Injection Site Infection Following Intralesional Corticosteroid Use in Refractory Plantar Fasciosis

Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 11

Abstract

Chronic heel pain following plantar fasciosis is a nagging problem that is often managed conservatively with satisfactory results. Refractory cases may require local corticosteroid injections as part of treatment. The standard technique in a right candidate ensures good outcome with minimal complications. Injection site infection is rare but dreaded complication that may occur and require proper management for recovery. Keywords: Plantar fasciosis, Treatment, Infection, Steroid injection

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Ganesh Singh Dharmshaktu, Irfan Khan, Tariq Akhtar Ansari

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Ganesh Singh Dharmshaktu, Irfan Khan, Tariq Akhtar Ansari (2014). Injection Site Infection Following Intralesional Corticosteroid Use in Refractory Plantar Fasciosis. Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2(11), 749-751. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-375800